Arcade Fire Founders Separate After 20 Years of Marriage

In a surprising announcement, Arcade Fire co-founders Win Butler and Régine Chassagne have revealed that they are separating after 20 years of marriage. The couple, who tied the knot in 2003 and welcomed their first child in 2013, shared the news in a joint statement posted on social media on October 30, 2025.

Despite the split, the statement emphasized that Butler and Chassagne's "bond as creative soulmates will endure" and that Arcade Fire, the band they co-founded, will continue. The statement also expressed the band's love and anticipation for upcoming tour dates, though no specific concert appearances were mentioned.

The separation comes after a tumultuous period for the couple. In 2022, Butler faced a string of misconduct allegations, including claims of emotional abuse, sexual assault, and manipulation. While Butler denied any nonconsensual relations, Chassagne publicly stood by her husband at the time, stating that she knew "what is in his heart" and that he had "lost his way and he has found his way back."

Now, as the couple goes their separate ways, they have vowed to continue co-parenting their son and maintaining their creative partnership within Arcade Fire. The band's future remains uncertain, but their loyal fans eagerly await to see how the group will navigate this new chapter.