beloved Voice actors Kensho Ono and Kana Hanazawa Announce Divorce
The anime community received surprising news today as voice actors Kensho ono and Kana Hanazawa have confirmed their divorce.The pair, married since 2020, released a joint statement via their social media channels detailing their decision.
The announcement, posted on both X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram with commenting disabled, emphasized the personal nature of the separation. Ono and Hanazawa explained that growing differences in lifestyle and limited time spent together led them to gradually drift apart, ultimately resulting in their choice to pursue seperate paths.
Their statement read, “After many conversations, we have decided to divorce.”
The relationship between Ono and Hanazawa first came to light in 2017 following a report in Weekly Bunshun magazine. Three years later, in 2020, they announced their marriage to widespread party within the anime fanbase. The divorce announcement arrives just over a year after the couple shared a seemingly casual outing to a bowling alley on social media – a memory now viewed with a sense of closure.
Both Hanazawa and Ono expressed gratitude to their supporters for the years of encouragement and requested understanding during this difficult time. They also reassured fans that they remain committed to their careers as seiyuu (voice actors), and that the separation is not anticipated to impact their future professional endeavors.
The news has sparked considerable discussion among fans, with many offering messages of support while also debating the challenges of maintaining relationships within the demanding voice acting industry.
