Former NBA star Dwight Howard has filed for divorce from his wife, Amber Howard (also known as Amy Luciani), on Monday morning, March 9, 2026 — just hours after she posted shocking allegations against him on social media.
According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Howard submitted the divorce petition in Georgia, citing the marriage date as January 11, 2025. He declared the marriage “irretrievably broken” with no hope of reconciliation and stated that the couple has no children together.
In the filing, Howard requested exclusive use of his Georgia mansion during the proceedings.
The move follows a dramatic public escalation over the weekend. Amber Howard posted an Instagram video claiming that Child Protective Services (CPS) had removed Dwight Howard’s daughter from his care — a serious allegation that quickly spread online. The timing of the divorce filing has been widely interpreted as a direct response to those claims.
The couple’s relationship has been turbulent from the start. Amber first filed for divorce in July 2025 — just six months after their January wedding — only to later withdraw the petition. Dwight filed his own divorce petition around the same period but also dismissed it shortly afterward. The pair reconciled briefly before the latest breakdown.
The public back-and-forth has drawn significant attention, with social media users and NBA observers debating the rapid deterioration of the marriage and the impact of the public accusations on both parties.
Dwight Howard, a three-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year and eight-time All-Star, last played in the league during the 2021–22 season with the Los Angeles Lakers. He has since focused on business ventures and international basketball opportunities.
No official comment has been issued by Dwight Howard or his representatives regarding the divorce filing or Amber’s allegations at the time of this report. The case is expected to proceed in Georgia family court, where details of asset division, potential spousal support, and other matters will be addressed.
The situation continues to unfold amid intense online scrutiny, with fans and commentators following developments closely. Further updates are anticipated as court proceedings begin and either party may release additional statements.
