Did Criscilla And Coffey Anderson Get Divorced Before Her Death? Inside Their Marriage And Children

Criscilla Anderson died on December 2, 2025, at the age of 45 after a seven-year battle with colon cancer. The Country Ever After star and wife of Coffey Anderson's untimely demise is being mourned by many. She was a beloved professional hip-hop dancer and reality television star, whose Netflix series, Country Ever After, documented her health struggles and became a source of comfort for those battling similar ailments. Besides her death making headlines, her relationship with her husband (or ex-husband) is also in the spotlight currently. There is confusion about whether they were divorced. Here's everything we know about the Anderson duo and their kids.

Criscilla Anderson and Coffey Anderson's journey from dating to marriage

Country singer, Coffey Anderson and Criscilla Anderson's relationship spanned over fifteen years, including marriage and co-parenting. Coffey and Criscilla met at a church in Los Angeles. While they began dating in 2008, Criscilla later noted their "very first picture together" was taken in 2007. Sharing the photo on Instagram, she wrote that she had no idea back then that her journey with Coffey would last over a decade, and they would also become parents. Criscilla and Coffey Anderson had a whirlwind romance, which led to marriage within a year. Coffey and Criscilla tied the knot on February 14, 2009.

Criscilla Anderson and Coffey Anderson's children

Criscilla and Coffey Anderson welcomed three children together. Their first child, a son, Ethan, was born in 2011, followed by their two daughters. The middle child, Emmarie Grace-Gloria, was born in 2013, and they welcomed the youngest, Everleigh, in 2017. Criscilla was also a stepmother to Coffey's eldest daughter, Savannah Jean, from a previous relationship. Criscilla loved all five of the kids equally and also penned a heartfelt message for them before her death. She called her step-daughter the "gift God knew I needed ", showcasing the enduring bond they shared. Criscilla's message from her children could be read as:

"To my children - my whole heart. Ethan, you made me a mom. I'm still beside you, cheering you on. Savannah, my bonus girl you were a gift God knew I needed. Emmarie, my Jesus-loving dancer - keep dancing through every season. Everleigh, my bright spark - chase your dreams boldly and without fear. My babies… I am watching over you. When a moment feels warm, familiar, or too beautiful to be coincidence — that's me. I'm still mothering you. I'm still yours."

Did Criscilla Anderson and Coffey Anderson get divorced?

Coffey Anderson filed for divorce from Criscilla in July 2022, citing "conflict of personalities." Criscilla's Instagram bio once listed her status as "divorced," and a friend confirmed the separation in a September 2025 social media post. Despite the filing and public acknowledgment of the separation, many news sources indicate the divorce was never legally finalised before Criscilla's passing. That led to conflicting reports in the media and on social media, with some sources referring to her as his "ex-wife" and others as his "wife".

Coffey Anderson mourned the death of Criscilla Anderson

In his tribute, Coffey shared how much Criscilla meant to him and their family. Coffey expressed the family's profound grief and stated that their lives would never be the same. He also found comfort in the idea that she could "dance your heart out on the beach in heaven." He mentioned that the house was quieter since her passing, and he and their children were "shattered". Coffey wrote:

"Criscilla defined strength and fighter like no other person on the planet. Heaven gained a star today. She said before she passed, "if you see a butterfly, that will be me. If you miss me, a butterfly will show up. Remember.... I'll be there with you." We miss you already. Our hearts are shattered. Our minds are jumbled. Our lives will never be the same. The house is quieter because you're missing."

We send our heartfelt condolences to Criscilla Anderson's family and hope they find the strength to deal with her passing.

Also Read: Criscilla Anderson's Cause Of Death At 45, Coffey Anderson's Wife Dies Of Prolonged Health Issue

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