Olympic champion Ryan Lochte and his estranged wife, Kayla Reid, built a life together before she suddenly filed for divorce in June 2025.
Lochte, a 12-time Olympic medalist in swimming, and Reid, a model and realtor, got married in 2016 and welcomed three children together: son Caiden in June 2017, and daughters Liv, in June 2019, and Georgia, in 2023.
Reid announced she had filed for divorce in a June 4 post on social media.
“Earlier this year, I made the hard decision to end my marriage after deep prayer and reflection,” Reid wrote via Instagram. “I hold marriage in the highest regard, so this has been one of the most painful, revealing, and challenging seasons of my life. I’ve been hesitant to share until I could do so from a place of healing — not from fresh, open wounds.”
People reported that Reid made the divorce filing on March 26.
Reid continued, “Sometimes we face trials we didn’t choose or see coming. And in those moments, we’re forced to make the hardest decisions to protect our peace, our children, and our future. I’ve come to the understanding that staying isn’t always the most loving decision someone can make. For me, leaving was an act of love — for those around me and for myself.”
Lochte addressed the divorce filing shortly after Reid made the announcement.
“Although this decision hasn’t been easy, I believe it’s the right step toward peace and well-being for us both,” he wrote via Instagram. “I remain committed to healing, growth and coparenting with care and respect as we move forward separately. Thank you to our family and friends for your continued support. It truly means a lot as we begin this new chapter.”
For a full timeline of Lochte and Reid’s relationship, keep reading.
April 2016
Reid posted a photo of Lochte kissing her cheek via Instagram, one of the first hints that the pair were dating.
May 2016
Lochte posted a photo from a dinner date with Reid and his mother, Ileana, calling them his “two gems.”
October 2016
The couple got engaged with a picturesque ocean view in Los Angeles.
“Memories forever!!!” Lochte shared via Instagram.
Reid commented, “Speechless. Absolutely beautiful. So in love with YOU.”
June 2017Lochte and Reid welcomed their first baby, son Caiden.
“Can’t stop crying from tears of joy,” Lochte wrote via Instagram. “Dream come true!”
January 2018The couple got married in a civil ceremony in Florida.
September 2018
Lochte and Reid celebrated their marriage with an intimate, lavish gathering at Morrow Ranch in Palm Springs, California.
June 2019The couple welcomed their first daughter, Liv.
“Miracle #2 witnessed,” Lochte shared via Instagram alongside a photo of his son, Caiden, holding his new sister.
June 2023Lochte and Reid announced the arrival of their third baby, daughter Georgia.
“8 pounds of perfection,” Reid shared via Instagram.
“[We’re] thrilled. We are so excited,” Reid exclusively told Us Weekly at the time. “Ryan is such a great dad; I can’t wait to see him as a father to 3. He’s so great with kids in general, they always gravitate towards him.”
Reid celebrated Mother’s Day by sharing a video via Instagram showing off her busy life as a mom, which noticeably did not include any footage of Lochte.
“We don’t take our homes, our titles, or our things to heaven, just the hearts we’ve nurtured,” she wrote. “On Mother’s Day, I’m reminded that the greatest legacy I’ll ever build is in the lives of my children. ♥️ The hardest job there ever was, but we were made for this, moms!”
She continued, “God honors mothers with a sacred calling. To nurture, to teach, to love without condition. From Hannah’s surrender to Mary’s obedience, the Bible shows us that a mother’s heart reflects the heart of God: steadfast, sacrificial, and full of grace. She is not just raising children; she’s shaping eternity. Happy Mother’s Day to ALL of the moms out there. ????♥️
June 2025Reid announced she had filed for divorce, and that she’d be relying on her faith to help get her through.
“I believe God is still at work — even in the breaking, even in the unknown,” she shared in her statement. “I choose to believe that new growth can emerge from broken ground. Moving forward, I’m choosing to give myself grace. I’m choosing resilience. And I’m choosing to believe that what lies ahead will bring strength and peace. Your prayers and continued support mean the world to me right now.”
