Jason Biggs, the actor who made awkward teen moments unforgettable in the American Pie franchise, is heading for a split from his wife of 18 years, Jenny Mollen. The couple confirmed their divorce on Thursday, marking the end of a chapter that began back in 2008.
Biggs, 47, and Mollen, 45, met on the set of the romantic comedy My Best Friend’s Girl and quickly became one of Hollywood’s more relatable pairs. They share two sons: Sid, 12, and Lazlo, 8. Despite the breakup, sources tell PEOPLE the duo remains “very much connected” and are “doing great” as they navigate this new phase.
Just last month, Biggs and Mollen were seen together at a birthday party for the actor, smiling and laughing as if nothing had changed. A source close to the family said, “I have no doubt that they will remain on excellent terms.” That sentiment echoes the couple’s own words: in a joint statement, they emphasized their commitment to co-parenting and staying close.
In May 2024, Mollen posted a sweet birthday tribute to Biggs on social media, complete with a throwback photo from his surprise 30th birthday party. “We were married and yet I still knew practically nothing about you. Like, for example, the fact that you hate surprises. Luckily, we made it past that hurdle. Happy 47th, I promise I planned nothing,” she wrote. The post now reads like a bittersweet memory.
The split comes as no shock to those who follow celebrity relationships, but it still stings for fans who grew up watching Biggs fumble through his teen years on screen. The American Pie star has since built a solid career in film and television, but his personal life has always been a quieter affair.
Divorce is never easy, especially under the glare of the spotlight. But Biggs and Mollen seem determined to keep things amicable. They’ve already shown that a family can stay united even when a marriage ends, a lesson that resonates beyond Hollywood. In the world of sports, we’ve seen similar stories of athletes and their families navigating tough transitions, like the NFL teams mocking the Vrabel-Russini drama or the recent tragedies involving young American athletes.
For now, the couple is focused on their children and their own paths forward. As the saying goes, sometimes the best endings lead to new beginnings. And in this case, both parties seem ready to write the next chapter with grace.
