Inside the Remarkable Coparenting Journey of Josh Duhamel and Fergie: Unveiling Their Secrets in Raising Son Axl

Josh Duhamel and Fergie ended their relationship in 2017 and have been raising their son, Axl, in a friendly manner since then. In August 2013, Duhamel and Fergie became parents to Axl, announcing their pregnancy six months prior with the singer's tweet, "Josh & Me & BABY makes three!"

Four years later, in a joint statement, the couple announced their separation after eight years of marriage. They expressed their decision to part ways earlier in the year with deep love and respect. Their intention was to handle the matter privately before making it public, in order to allow their family ample time to adapt. They emphasized their unwavering unity in supporting one another and their family.

In May 2019, Fergie officially filed for divorce from Duhamel, and the process was finalized in December of the same year. Throughout the divorce proceedings, Duhamel moved on and eventually married Audra Mari in September 2022.

Keep scrolling to see how Fergie and Duhamel have coparented their son over the years.

Credit: Shutterstock

Josh Duhamel and Fergie's Coparenting Timeline While Raising Son Axl

Josh Duhamel and Fergie ended their relationship in 2017 and have since been co-parenting their son, Axl, in a friendly manner.

In August 2013, Duhamel and Fergie joyously welcomed their son, six months after publicly sharing their pregnancy news. The singer excitedly tweeted, "Josh & Me & BABY makes three!" in February 2013.

Four years later, the couple made a joint statement announcing their separation after being married for eight years. They expressed their decision to separate earlier in the year with love and respect. Their aim was to keep the matter private until they felt it was the right time to share with the public, allowing their family to adjust. They reassured that despite the separation, they would always remain united in their support for one another and their family.

In May 2019, Fergie officially filed for divorce from Duhamel, and the legal process was completed in December of the same year. Throughout the divorce proceedings, Duhamel found love again with Audra Mari, whom he married in September 2022.

Keep scrolling to see how Fergie and Duhamel have coparented their son over the years.

Credit: Shutterstock

Josh Duhamel and Fergie's Coparenting Timeline While Raising Son Axl

Josh Duhamel and Fergie separated in 2017 and have been peacefully co-parenting their son, Axl, since.

After publicly announcing their pregnancy, Duhamel and Fergie joyfully welcomed their son in August 2013. The singer took to Twitter in February 2013 to excitedly share, "Josh & Me & BABY makes three!"

Four years later, the couple publicly announced their decision to separate after being married for eight years. In a joint statement released in September 2017, they expressed their mutual love and respect, emphasizing their desire to keep the matter private for the sake of their family. They assured that despite their separation, they would continue to support each other and prioritize their family's well-being.

In May 2019, Fergie officially filed for divorce from Duhamel, and the process was completed in December of that year. Throughout the divorce proceedings, Duhamel entered into a relationship with Audra Mari, who is now his wife. The couple exchanged vows in September 2022.

Keep scrolling to see how Fergie and Duhamel have coparented their son over the years.

Credit: Johnny Vy/CBS

October 2017

"We are simply making it happen," shared the actress on The Talk. "With Axl by our side, we navigate the challenges of being working parents.

We continuously collaborate on this lifelong endeavor and strive to give our absolute best."

Credit: Courtesy of Fergie/Instagram

January 2018

During an interview with E! News, the former soap star spoke highly of his ex-wife, describing her as a "great mom". He went on to mention that their co-parenting journey has been successful, stating, "We're both mature individuals who can handle multiple responsibilities, so we strive to provide the best for our son. Balancing everything can be challenging, but seeing our son happy makes it all worthwhile."

Credit: Jim Smeal/Shutterstock

June 2018

Duhamel expressed to Entertainment Tonight his love and utmost desire for the well-being of our child. Fergie and I have a wonderful relationship, filled with love and a shared commitment to providing the best upbringing for our child. Our little one holds the highest priority in our lives.

Credit: Courtesy of Fergie/Instagram

August 2018

The former pair threw Axl a superhero-themed 5th birthday party.

Credit: MEGA

February 2019

They reunited to sled with their son.

Credit: Courtesy of Fergie/Instagram

August 2019

The exes both attended Axl’s preschool graduation.

Credit: Tammie Arroyo/AFF-USA.com/MEGA

December 2019

Fergie and Duhamel share 50-50 custody of their little one, according to court documents. They have agreed to not pay child support.

Credit: Shutterstock

January 2022

Fergie expressed her affection for her former partner on social media following his announcement of his engagement to Audra Mari. "Congratulations!!!" exclaimed the singer of "Big Girls Don't Cry" in response to Duhamel's proposal news, accompanied by six green heart emojis.

Credit: Broadimage/Shutterstock

January 2023

Duhamel shared insights on his experience with coparenting, drawing from his own parents' divorce. In an interview with Fatherly, he acknowledged that his parents never found a way to navigate coparenting successfully. This ultimately had a negative impact on him and his siblings. However, he clarified that he wasn't criticizing his parents, as they now maintain a civil relationship. Duhamel expressed his frustration, noting that after 40 years, they still struggle to communicate effectively. Despite this, he has come to accept their limitations and has made peace with it.

In contrast, Duhamel praised his ex-wife, Fergie, for her commitment to maintaining civility for the sake of their son, Axl. He mentioned that Fergie strongly insisted on not introducing Axl to any new partners until they had been dating for at least six months.

Credit: Getty Images (2)

September 2023

Following the announcement of their first baby together by Duhamel and Mari, Fergie extended her congratulations to the couple. On their social media announcement, the singer expressed her genuine happiness, stating, "I am truly happy for you guys. Axl can't wait to be a big brother."

Credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images; Theo Wargo/Getty Images

October 2023

"I have made peace with that phase of my life. My relationship with her is wonderful. There was nothing wrong with it. We had an amazing time," said Duhamel about his dynamic with Fergie during an interview on In Depth With Graham Bensinger. "I believe we simply grew apart and developed different interests. As I grew older, my desire to return to North Dakota became stronger. I hold no grudges towards it. I consider myself fortunate to have such a kind-hearted person in my life."

Additionally, Duhamel revealed that he and Fergie have consistently been in harmony when it comes to parenting their son. "Both of us experienced our parents' divorce and the subsequent lack of harmony, which motivated us to avoid subjecting our child to the same ordeal. Our utmost priority was being a positive role model for Axl," he expressed. "Our shared objective was simply to provide him with a comfortable and stress-free environment, devoid of any awkwardness or pressure."