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Howard Drops Restraining Order Amid Bitter Divorce
15 Apr
Summary
- Dwight Howard withdrew a restraining order against his wife.
- The divorce proceedings have involved accusations and a 911 call.
- Howard and his wife married in January 2025 after a brief romance.
Former NBA star Dwight Howard has withdrawn a restraining order he filed against his wife, Amber Howard, in an effort to resolve their ongoing divorce proceedings amicably. The order, which was granted on April 7, prohibited Amber from approaching Howard's Georgia residence or contacting his family. Howard's attorney stated the protective order was dropped to facilitate a smoother resolution of their split.
The divorce drama intensified after Amber Howard leveled several accusations against the NBA champion, including claims that Child Protective Services had taken their daughter, which remain unconfirmed. Amid the bitter split, audio emerged of a 911 call made by Amber, alleging Howard locked her out of their mansion and commenting on the numerous weapons within their home.
The couple's union has been turbulent since they went public in late 2024, marrying in January 2025. Amber had previously filed for divorce six months into their marriage in July 2025, though they reconciled. Howard has stated the marriage is "irretrievably broken" and requested sole access to marital property, noting they share no children together.
