Nollywood actress Peggy Ovire has confirmed the finalization of her divorce from fellow actor Frederick Leonard, bringing an end to their highly publicized marriage.
Peggy announced the development through a social media post on Wednesday, where she expressed gratitude and celebrated the conclusion of the divorce proceedings writing, “Thank You Jesus. It is done,” a message that quickly attracted reactions from fans and followers.
The announcement marks the end of a marriage that began with a lavish wedding ceremony in November 2022, after the couple had been in a relationship for several years.
The relationship between the two Nollywood stars had faced public scrutiny in recent months following reports of marital difficulties but before the divorce was finalized, Ovire publicly addressed the separation and accused Leonard of delaying the divorce process and also made allegations of infidelity, claims that generated widespread discussions online. Leonard did not publicly respond to some of the allegations.
The actress had urged her estranged husband to appear for court proceedings, saying she wanted the divorce process completed.
Following Ovire’s announcement, fans and social media users shared mixed reactions, while some congratulated the actress and wished her well, others questioned the decision to celebrate the end of a marriage.
The development has continued to attract attention because of the couple’s status as one of Nollywood’s recognized celebrity pairs.
With the divorce now finalized, Ovire appears set to move forward after the end of her marriage to Leonard.
The actress, who has built a career in Nollywood as an actor and producer, has received messages of support from fans following her announcement.
The former couple’s separation adds to a growing list of high profile celebrity marriages that have ended in recent years, sparking conversations about relationships, privacy and public life.
