URGENT UPDATE: Mel Gibson, 69, and his girlfriend, Rosalind Ross, 35, have officially split after nearly nine years together, as confirmed in a joint statement released to People magazine today. The couple expressed sadness over the end of their relationship but emphasized their commitment to co-parenting their son, Lars Gibson, born in 2017.
The statement reads, “Although it’s sad to end this chapter in our lives, we are blessed with a beautiful son and will continue to be the best parents possible.” This announcement comes as a surprise to many fans who have followed their relationship since they began dating in 2014.
Mel Gibson, a father of nine, welcomed Lars just days before receiving an Academy Award nomination for his acclaimed film Hacksaw Ridge. Reflecting on that moment, Gibson noted, “What could be more exciting than listening to the nominations being announced while holding my newborn son?”
The family faced a challenging start to the year after losing their Malibu home in devastating wildfires. Fortunately, no family members were harmed during the incident. Mel was away at the time, while Rosalind and Lars were safely evacuated. He stated, “The good news is that those in my family and those I love are all well, and we’re all happy and healthy and out of harm’s way, that’s all I can care about, really.”
As fans react to the news, many are sharing their feelings online. The split marks a significant moment in both Mel and Rosalind’s lives, with their focus now turning towards their son and shared experiences.
Next, all eyes will be on how the two navigate their co-parenting relationship moving forward and what this means for their individual careers. Keep following for updates on this developing story.
