As the clock ticked towards midnight on New Year’s Eve, Isla Fisher took a moment to reflect on a year filled with personal upheavals and valuable lessons.
On December 31, 2024, the Australian actress delighted her followers with a heartfelt selfie. Alongside the photo, she shared her thoughts, extending her gratitude to family, old and new friends, and to those who continually checked in on her during a trying year. ‘I love you all and wish you the happiest 2025,’ she wrote, touching many hearts with her sincerity and warmth.
Earlier in 2024, on April 5, Fisher and Sacha Baron Cohen, her husband of 13 years, made the difficult announcement of their decision to divorce. The couple, who have three children together, filed for divorce in 2023, as mentioned in their Instagram stories. In an interesting and shared metaphor, they noted, ‘After a long tennis match lasting over twenty years, we are finally putting our racquets down.’ The emphasis was clear on their continued dedication to their children’s well-being and a request for privacy as they navigate this change.
Fisher’s journey first intertwined with Cohen’s at a party in Sydney back in 2001. They became engaged in 2004, and three years later, welcomed their first child. Their nuptials followed on March 15, 2010, and together they prioritized shielding their children from public scrutiny, a sentiment Isla articulated in a 2021 interview with Marie Claire Australia. She expressed a desire for their children to experience ‘a normal childhood,’ away from the pressures of social media and public life.
Beyond her personal life, Fisher has been busy professionally. She starred in the peacock series Wolf Like Me, portraying a woman and a werewolf embarking on a romantic relationship with Josh Gad’s character. “It was a dream job,” Fisher commented, underscoring her enthusiasm for the role. She’s also set to appear in new projects such as the sequel to Now You See Me and Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.
Amidst these significant life changes, Fisher’s message of gratitude stands out as a beacon of resilience and positivity. As she embarks on new beginnings in both her personal and professional life, Fisher’s story is a reminder of the strength found in embracing change while cherishing the support of loved ones.
