Current relationship status
As of 2025, Martin Lawrence is not publicly known to be married. He has been married twice previously: to Cheryl Moody in 1995 (divorced 1996) and to South African model and actress Rhea Durham in April 2006. He and Durham share three children and have been publicly reported as separated or estranged in recent years. There is no confirmed information available indicating he has remarried since his last documented union with Durham. This summary reflects the most reliably sourced information available through interviews, legal records, and reputable biographical databases as of this date.
Key facts about Martin Lawrence's marriages
| Marriage | Spouse | Date | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| First | Cheryl Moody | 1995 | Divorced 1996 |
| Second | Rhea Durham | April 2006 | Separated/No public reconciliation reported |
About Rhea Durham
Rhea Durham is a former model and actress born on July 11, 1978, in Lansing, Michigan. She is known for appearances in films such as Madea's Family Reunion (2006) and various television projects. She and Martin Lawrence have three children together. Publicly available sources indicate the couple has been separated for a number of years, with no verified reports of reconciliation or remarriage. Durham has largely maintained privacy regarding her personal life since their separation.
Children together
- Son: Amar Lawrence (born approximately 2001)
- Daughter: Amara Lawrence (born approximately 2005)
- Son: Ameer Lawrence (born approximately 2009)
Media coverage and public perception
Media coverage of Lawrence's personal life has frequently referenced his marriage to Durham and their family unit, though more recent reporting has noted their physical separation and lack of public joint appearances. Tabloid sources have occasionally speculated about remarriage or new relationships, but these reports are typically unattributed and unverified. In the absence of official statements, legal records, or credible news confirmation, the most accurate account remains that Lawrence is currently not married.
Privacy and source limitations
Martin Lawrence and his family have not made detailed personal statements to the press about their current relationship arrangements. As a result, much of the publicly available information is based on prior announcements, court documents, and longstanding biographical records. Readers should treat unverified claims about new relationships or remarriage with skepticism until supported by reputable sourcing.