“American Idol” S1 Justin Guarini divorces his wife after 15 years of marriage, who knew?

Finalist of season 1 of “American Idol” Justin Guarini is divorced from his long-time wife, Queen Guariniand seems to be with a new woman… but all this has gone unnoticed.

According to court records obtained by TMZ, Justin filed for divorce in June 2024, after nearly 15 years together and 2 children. The divorce became final in December 2025… but none of it was ever made public.

So the divorce lasted for over a year…they finally reached an agreement around Christmas.

Justin has already moved on and is connected with a business coach named Kim Phillips.

Justin, of course, is famous for losing to Kelly Clarkson on the first season of “American Idol.”