Jodie Turner-Smith is opening up about her ex-husband Joshua Jackson’s new relationship with Lupita Nyong’o. If you need a quick refresher, Jodie, the 37-year-old star of The Acolyte, and Joshua, the 46-year-old Dr. Death actor, ended their marriage last fall. Jodie filed for divorce in October, and since then, both have been moving forward with their lives.
Joshua has since found love with actress Lupita Nyong’o. The new couple was spotted sharing a kiss on a beach in Mexico during a vacation back in March. The sighting sparked a lot of buzz and curiosity among fans and media alike.
During a recent interview with The Cut, Jodie was asked about her thoughts on Joshua’s new relationship with Lupita. Displaying a mature and gracious attitude, Jodie responded, “Good for them. We need happiness in order to peacefully co-parent. I’m trying to get us to the Gwyneth [Paltrow] and Chris Martin level. I truly hope they’re happy and that it benefits us as a family.”
Jodie’s main focus remains on co-parenting their four-year-old daughter, Juno. She expressed a desire to maintain a peaceful and supportive environment for their child. “I just have to do everything that I can to set Juno up to win and to peacefully co-parent with someone whom I once loved very, very much,” Jodie shared. “Peace is what’s needed right now. Grace is what’s needed right now. Love, empathy, compassion. I’m trying to be all those things and have faith that when I’m all those things, I will see that reflected back toward me.”
Jodie’s mention of Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin is a nod to their famously amicable post-divorce relationship, often referred to as “conscious uncoupling.” Gwyneth and Chris have managed to co-parent their children while maintaining a friendly and supportive relationship, serving as a model for modern co-parenting. Jodie aspires to achieve a similar dynamic with Joshua, emphasizing the importance of happiness and mutual respect for the benefit of their daughter.
The public nature of celebrity relationships often means that breakups and new romances are scrutinized under a microscope. Jodie’s response to Joshua’s new relationship reflects a mature approach, focusing on the positive aspects and the future well-being of their family. Her emphasis on peace, grace, and compassion highlights the importance of these values in navigating the complexities of co-parenting after a separation.
