- Amy Luciani filed for divorce from Dwight Howard on July 1 2025 after six months of marriage.
- Court documents cite the marriage as irretrievably broken with no chance of reconciliation.
- Luciani seeks alimony and equal division of assets with no prenup in place.
- The rapper deleted all traces of Howard from her social media post-split.
- Howard’s $200M net worth could be impacted by Georgia’s marital asset laws.
Former NBA star Dwight Howard and his wife, rapper Amy Luciani (whose legal name is Amber Rose Howard), are separating after just over six months of marriage. Court papers show that Luciani filed for divorce on July 1, 2025, claiming their relationship is “irretrievably broken” with “no prospects for reconciliation.”
This news comes as a surprise to many, especially following their well-publicized engagement in December 2024 and quick wedding in January 2025, leaving fans wondering what went wrong.
From Instagram to Divorce Court
The couple’s relationship was largely in the public eye. Luciani first hinted at their romance in an Instagram post from October 2024, where she playfully mentioned being
“somewhere between ready to be a faithful wife or the single wild friend for the rest of my days.”
Not long after, they announced their engagement in a now-deleted video showcasing her diamond ring. Howard, at 39, captioned the post,
“Happy 😅♾️❤️ #blacklove #prayedforthis.”
After their private wedding in January, they honeymooned in Thailand, but by July, Luciani had removed all traces of Howard from her social media, a clear sign that things weren’t going well.
Details of the Divorce Filing
Legal documents from Georgia indicate Luciani’s demands include:
- Equitable division of marital assets, which could involve Howard’s career earnings of around $200 million.
- Request for alimony, although the specific amounts haven’t been revealed.
- A mutual restraining order filed just a day after the divorce petition, signaling possible escalating tensions.
It’s worth noting that the couple did not have a prenuptial agreement, leaving Howard’s fortune exposed under Georgia’s 50/50 asset division laws.
Dwight Howard’s wife has reportedly filed for divorce just six months into their marriage, seeking alimony and half of his assets. 👀 pic.twitter.com/hLe3KlOJBQ
— My Mixtapez (@mymixtapez) July 9, 2025
Who Is Amy Luciani?
Born Amber Rose in Detroit, the 35-year-old took on the stage name Amy Luciani to avoid confusion with the model of the same name. She made a name for herself as a rapper and reality star, appearing on Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta (Seasons 11–12) and releasing her EP, Amy’s World, in 2023. Beyond her music career, she’s an entrepreneur, having founded the skincare line Pretty Kitty, and has authored a children’s book titled Good Touch, Bad Touch.
In a now-deleted engagement post, she expressed a deep connection with Howard, stating,
“God sent me a Bible-totin’, tattooed giant with the same heart as me.”
However, their marriage faced challenges amid ongoing rumors about Howard’s past controversies, including allegations of abuse from an ex and a dismissed sexual assault lawsuit in 2023.
What’s Next for Howard?
Howard, an 8-time NBA All-Star currently playing in Ice Cube’s BIG3 League, has yet to publicly comment on the split. Meanwhile, Luciani has asked the public for “grace and privacy” during this time.
As legal proceedings unfold, all eyes are on whether Howard’s financial empire—or his public image—will take a bigger hit.
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Last Updated on July 9, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
