Hollywood actor Mel Gibson and his partner, screenwriter Rosalind Ross, have officially announced the end of their nine-year relationship. The couple, who have a significant 34-year age gap, released a joint statement confirming their separation and emphasising their commitment to raising their young son together.
A Quiet Split and a United Front for Their Son
The pair revealed that they actually parted ways a year ago, choosing to keep the matter private until now. In their statement to People magazine, they said, "Although it's sad to end this chapter in our lives, we are blessed with a beautiful son and will continue to be the best parents possible." Their primary focus remains the well-being of their eight-year-old son, Lars.
The couple's relationship began eleven years ago after being introduced by mutual friends. Their son Lars was born in 2017, an event that coincided with a major career milestone for Gibson. Just days before the actor received an Oscar nomination for directing 'Hacksaw Ridge,' Rosalind gave birth. Gibson famously remarked on the joy of holding his newborn while hearing the nomination news.
Family Life and Personal Growth
At the time of Lars's birth, a source close to the family shared their happiness with People, noting, "They're thrilled and Lars is adorable. Their family is all around them, and Mel is over the moon." Another source added that Gibson loved being a dad and that the preceding years had been some of his happiest.
For Gibson, the arrival of his ninth child marked a period of reflection. He has spoken openly about doing "a lot of work on myself" over the past decade, deliberately keeping a low profile. He humorously noted lessons learned included "phone etiquette" and "how to use my 'indoor voice'." He stressed that true change requires sustained effort, not a quick celebrity rehabilitation.
Gibson's Broader Family
Lars is the first child for Rosalind Ross, 35. For Mel Gibson, 69, he is the ninth. The actor has seven adult children from his previous marriage to Robyn Moore: daughter Hannah and sons Christian, Edward, William, Louis, Milo, and Thomas. He also has a daughter, Lucia, 16, with ex-partner Oksana Grigorieva.
The couple's statement underscores a modern, amicable approach to separation, where the child's needs are placed firmly at the centre. Their journey now shifts from romantic partners to dedicated co-parents, navigating their new dynamic for the sake of their young son.
