Shannon Elizabeth’s New Chapter After Divorce

Shannon Elizabeth, known for her role in “American Pie,” has expressed that she feels “happier” following her separation from husband Simon Borchert.

The actress broke her silence on the matter after announcing her decision to join OnlyFans earlier this week. She shared, “I have been separated since September of last year, and this has been a thoughtful, ongoing process—not something that happened overnight,” during an interview with Us Weekly.

At 52 years old, Elizabeth remarked, “The meaningful works are already behind me; only the formal ones remain.” She conveyed her excitement about embracing this “new chapter” in her life, stating she feels “stronger, clearer, and happier than ever before.”

Page Six noted that Elizabeth filed for divorce just a day before she spoke out, calling her “newly single.” An unnamed source mentioned that Elizabeth is looking to be “a little more free and wild” post-separation.

Elizabeth married Borchert in 2021, six years after they had met. In an interview from the previous April, she had praised him as her “soulmate,” emphasizing their deep connection and shared values.

This marks Elizabeth’s second divorce; she was previously married to actor Joseph D. Reitman from 2002 to 2006.

As a participant on Celebrity Big Brother, she has decided to join OnlyFans, aiming to take control of her narrative. She expressed that the platform allows her to showcase a different, more personal side, stating, “This new chapter is about changing that, showing off a sexy side that no one has ever seen, and getting closer to my fans.” Elizabeth believes OnlyFans offers an unfiltered glimpse into her life like no other platform can.