Many Young and the Restless fans were in for a major surprise when TMZ reported that Bryton James—who plays fan-favorite Devon Hamilton—has filed for divorce. But perhaps the bigger shock of it all was that most fans didn’t even know he was married in the first place.
James has kept his relationship with Jahaira Myers extremely private, so news of their wedding—and now, their split—caught many off guard. According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Bryton filed for divorce on Monday in Los Angeles, citing irreconcilable differences.
The documents reveal that the couple tied the knot in March 2025 but separated just a few months later, in June. Bryton is reportedly asking the court to terminate the ability to award spousal support to either party.
Before Jahaira, Bryton James was previously married to Ashley Leisinger. The two wed on March 16, 2011. That marriage ended in divorce in 2014.
While it was reported not long ago that Bryton had a new woman in his life, few knew just how serious the relationship had become. Fans knew he was dating Jahaira, but it appears the couple quietly tied the knot—only to quietly split months later.
More About Bryton James
In more career-focused news, Bryton James recently made history as the first actor to crossover to Beyond the Gates, which premiered on CBS in February 2025. He brought his Genoa City character, Devon Hamilton Winters, for a little play in Fairmont Crest.
Over the years, Bryton has become a staple of daytime television, earning two Daytime Emmy Awards for his outstanding performance as Devon Hamilton. So, are you surprised by this news?
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