Sophia Bush and Ashlyn Harris: Unveiling Their Undeniable Chemistry, Initially Just Friends

Ashlyn Harris and Sophia Bush are quietly embracing their newly formed connection, expressing excitement in their respective hearts. According to a trusted informant in the latest publication of We, the duo swiftly established a comfortable bond within a few weeks of their inaugural romantic encounter. The source asserts their shared interests, mentioning a fondness for each other's company as well as a devotion to sports and philanthropy.

Bush, aged 41, and Harris, aged 38, were initially associated this month following their separations from Grant Hughes and Ali Krieger, respectively. Nonetheless, a separate source reveals that the duo actually crossed paths previously during the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in June this year. The second insider further affirms that there was an instant connection between them. Contrary to swirling rumors, the second source clarifies that Harris and Bush's relationship did not initiate before their marriages came to an end.

“Although Sophia and Ashlyn claimed to be nothing more than friends, their connection was undeniable,” the source reveals, acknowledging that the two later formed a close bond over their respective breakups and the challenging task of rebuilding their lives.

Sophia Bush and Ashlyn Harris. Arturo Holmes/Getty Images

After just 13 months of marriage, Bush decided to file for divorce from Hughes in August. No public statements have been made by either party regarding the reasons behind their separation. However, Bush did share a mysterious message on Instagram one day prior to submitting the necessary paperwork.

"Remember that you are unique and irreplaceable," the quote stated in her post. "No one can take the place of your heart, your mind, your conversations, or your care." Following their separation, Harris initiated divorce proceedings from Krieger, 39, last month. The couple, who were married for almost four years, have two children together – daughter Sloane, 2, and son Ocean, 14 months.

Following the public revelation of Harris and Bush's romantic relationship, Hughes addressed the speculation surrounding the timeline of his estranged wife's new connection. "Grant always desires the utmost happiness and fulfillment for Sophia, and he fully supports anything that brings her joy," a representative for Hughes shared with Page Six earlier this month.

Meanwhile, Krieger humorously referenced Beyoncé's "Lemonade era" in an Instagram post as she geared up for the NWSL playoffs. This post alluded to Beyoncé's album, Lemonade, which she released in 2016 following her husband Jay-Z's infidelity.

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