Zach Gilford and Kiele Sanchez File for Divorce After 12 Years of Marriage

The Hollywood couple Zach Gilford and Kiele Sanchez, who also play spouses on Criminal Minds: Evolution on Paramount+, have decided to part ways after 12 years of marriage. This shocking news comes as a surprise to many fans who have followed their careers and on-screen chemistry.

In the show, Gilford portrays Elias Voit, a chilling serial killer who masquerades as a loving family man, keeping his true identity hidden from his on-screen wife, Sydney (played by Sanchez), and their two daughters. The dynamic between the two actors on set was intense, with Gilford recently opening up about the challenges of filming dark and disturbing scenes with his real-life partner.

Reflecting on the experience, Gilford shared, “Honestly, all those scenes are so f—– up. It felt gross bringing those darker moments to life together. I’ll only speak for myself. Kiele can obviously speak for herself, but it was a challenging and emotionally draining process.”

The decision to cast Sanchez as Gilford’s on-screen wife was a unique one, with the show’s creator, Erica Messer, ensuring that the professional boundaries were respected. Recalling the moment when Sanchez received the offer to play his wife on the show, Gilford shared, “I was on my way to work, and I said goodbye to Kiele. And she looked at her phone and said, ‘That’s weird. I just got an offer to play your wife on Criminal Minds.'”

Despite the challenges of working together on set, Gilford and Sanchez maintained a professional demeanor and delivered compelling performances that captivated audiences. As they navigate this new chapter in their lives, fans can only hope for the best for both actors as they move forward separately.