Billionaire David Geffen has reportedly filed for divorce from David Armstrong — 60 years his junior — after less than two years of marriage.
According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Geffen, 82, cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split.
The businessman has agreed to pay spousal support and attorney’s fees, per court documents. The listed date of separation is February 22, 2025.
While the breakup may appear to be a standard split, Geffen has a reported net worth of more than $9 billion.
TMZ also reported that Geffen didn’t sign a prenup with Armstrong, 32, before they married in March 2023. Us Weekly has reached out to Geffen’s attorney, Laura Wasser, and Armstrong for comment.
Keep reading to learn more about Geffen and Armstrong’s unlikely romance before they went their separate ways:
How Did David Geffen and David Armstrong Meet?
According to The New York Post, Armstrong once trained Geffen before sparks between the pair started to fly.
As for Geffen, he was previously linked to Cher in the ‘70s before coming out as gay in 1992.
How Did David Geffen Become a Billionaire?Geffen co-founded Asylum Records in 1971 before creating Geffen Records in 1980 and DGC Records in 1990. The mogul also co-founded DreamWorks Records in 1996.
According to Forbes, Geffen owns one of New York City’s most expensive apartments as well as a house in the Hamptons and two estates in Beverly Hills.
Although he is retired, Geffen hasn’t stopped giving back to charitable causes near and dear to his heart. In 2016, he pledged $150 million to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
What Does David Armstrong Do for a Living?According to Instagram, Armstrong — who also goes by Donovan Carter — is a professional model who enjoys working out in the gym in his free time.
In 2023, The New York Post reported that Armstrong is a former go-go dancer who once danced and promoted parties at Miami’s gay clubs.
What Could David Armstrong Receive After the Divorce?According to TMZ, Armstrong will likely receive spousal support, but only for one year. California law states that the receiving spouse gets spousal support for half the length of the marriage.
In addition, Geffen has been retired for 15 years and has no income other than stocks and other equities. Under California law, dividends from stocks that are separate property will likely remain with Geffen.
