Josh Duhamel reflects on his relationship with ex-wife Fergie

Josh Duhamel looks back on his past relationship with ex-wife Fergie, sharing candid details about the reasons for their split. The actor has since remarried and is sharing insight into his co-parenting relationship with the singer.

Josh Duhamel has “no regrets”

Duhamel sat down for an interview on “The Skinny Confidential Him & Her Podcast” with Michael and Lauryn Bosstick, and the actor opened up about what ended his marriage to Fergie.

Duhamel and singer Fergie, born Stacy Ann Ferguson, were together for 13 years, including 8 years married. Duhamel explained that they were very different people. “She and I just have different views of the world, and that’s OK,” he told the hosts, adding that he had “no regrets.”

The actor also shared the same view in 2023’s “In Depth with Graham Bensinger,” where he said he and Fergie agreed they “had a great time” but had “outgrown it,” according to AND online.

Despite their split, the former couple have maintained a good relationship over the years and co-parent their son.

Inside Josh Duhamel and Fergie’s Relationship

Duhamel and Fergie met in 2004 while the actor was filming in Las Vegas and Fergie was with the Black Eyed Peas for an appearance. According to the actor, he had a crush on the singer but could only come up with the phrase “You’re sexy” as a greeting.

They started dating the same year and got engaged three years later. Duhamel and Fergie married in 2009 in Malibu, California. They welcomed their son, Axl Jack, in 2013.

In September 2017, the couple announced their separation in a statement, saying, “With absolute love and respect, we decided to separate as a couple earlier this year,” adding that they would always support each other. Their divorce was finalized in 2019.

The actor’s co-parenting relationship with his ex-wife

Duhamel had nothing but praise for his ex-wife and their current relationship. Regarding co-parenting their son Axl, he said, “She’s a great mom, very nice, very non-confrontational, thank God.”

In 2017, Fergie left her band, the Black Eyed Peas, after more than a decade with them. It was a bittersweet moment, but according to the other members, Fergie had a good reason for leaving.

“We love her and she’s focused on being a mom. It’s hard work, and it’s what she really wants to do, and we’re here for her,” Will.i.am shared.

Duhamel also described his ex as “healthy,” saying, “Fergie is also very healthy, believe it or not, especially since she moved away from everything,” he shared.

Fergie has a great relationship with her ex’s new wife

Duhamel married former pageant queen Audra Mari in 2022, and they welcomed their son, Shepherd, in 2024. In 2023, Duhamel shared the family dynamic, saying his ex-wife welcomed Mari. “She and Audra have a great relationship,” he said.

Once again, Duhamel praised Fergie for her support. “Fergie is an amazing woman, she really is. She took Audra in. It could be a lot worse,” he said. As for finding out that he and Mari were expecting a child, Duhamel said Fergie was thrilled with the news, according to People.

When the couple announced Mari’s pregnancy on social media, Fergie commented: “I’m really happy for you guys. Axl can’t wait to be a big brother.”

Josh Duhamel left Los Angeles in 2023

In 2023, Duhamel moved from Los Angeles to Minnesota. In an interview with People in 2025, the actor shared that despite his love for his work in entertainment, he wanted to return to his roots.

“I’m really more of a guy that wants to stay true to my roots, go back to basics, hone the basic skills that I need in this world of massive technology,” he explained. As The explosion previously reported, Duhamel’s property even has a doomsday cabin.

Fergie still resides in California and despite the distance, she and Duhamel are raising their child together. “It’s not for her,” the actor said, referring to his new home base. “But I have no hard feelings…I’m very lucky that she’s a kind human. I really am,” he added.