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| ONE OK ROCK Bassist Ryota and Wife Michelle Lavigne Confirm Divorce in Joint Statement |
ONE OK ROCK’s bassist Ryota has announced that he and his wife, Michelle Lavigne, are parting ways after seven years of marriage.
On 30 September, Ryota shared a joint statement via Instagram, written in both Japanese and English, confirming the split.
The message, co-signed by Michelle, who is known as the younger sister of Canadian pop star Avril Lavigne, explained that although the pair had shared many years together, they had decided to walk different paths as a married couple.
“We’ve spent a long time together, but we’ve chosen to go our separate ways as husband and wife. Our relationship may change shape, but as parents, we’ll continue to support one another,” the statement read.
Despite the end of their marriage, both Ryota and Michelle Lavigne stressed that family remains their priority.
They promised to remain united in raising their daughter, who was born in October 2017, just months after their February wedding that same year.
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Ryota also expressed deep gratitude for the years they spent together and the family they built, asking fans and the public to warmly watch over them during this transition.
The Instagram post was accompanied by an autumn-themed photo of fallen leaves, subtly symbolising change and new beginnings.
Fans have since flooded the comments with messages of support, noting the respectful and amicable tone of the announcement.
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For ONE OK ROCK fans, this update comes during a busy period for the band, who have continued to tour globally and maintain their strong international following.
While personal changes are always tough, Ryota’s words reflected a sense of maturity and mutual respect that resonated deeply with many.