Actress Janet Montgomery disclosed that her husband, Joe Fox, abandoned the family ten days after she delivered their son Milo in December 2023. The revelation, posted on Instagram, highlighted the sudden shift from a seemingly stable marriage to single motherhood of two young children.

Joe Fox left ten days after Milo’s December birth

Montgomery wrote that Fox’s departure came just ten days after Milo entered the world, a timeline she described as “heartbreaking” and “unexpected.” The Instagram caption detailed her feelings of grief, exhaustion, and fear, while also noting the surge of encouragement she received from followers.. according to the source, the couple had previously appeared happy after welcoming daughter Sunday Juno in 2019.

Instagram community rallies with over 100,000 supportive comments

Within hours of the post, Montgomery’s followers responded with messages of solidarity, many sharing their own experiences of post‑birth relationship challenges. The actress thanked the online community for making her feel “less alone” during a difficult chapter, and the source reports that she has continued to document both “messy and beautiful moments” over the past ten months.

Career milestones contrast personal turmoil

While Montgomery navigates single parenthood, her résumé remains impressive: breakout roles on “Skins,” a supporting turn in “Black Swan ,” and lead parts in series such as “New Amsterdam” and “The Rookie: North.” The source notes that her professional achievements stand in stark contrast to the personal upheaval she now faces, underscoring the dual pressures of public life and private grief.

Unanswered: Why did Fox depart so abruptly?

The actress did not disclose the reasons behind Fox’s sudden exit, and representatives for both parties have declined comment. This silence leaves fans speculating about possible marital strain, yet the source confirms no further details have been released.

What’s next for Montgomery as a single mother?

Montgomery says she remains focused on her children and upcoming projects, including the ABC spinoff “The Rookie: North.” She continues to use her platform to share milestones, check in with her audience, and express gratitude for the encouragement she receives, according to the source.