If you’ve been following the whirlwind of Hollywood romance lately, you probably know that Amy Schumer doesn’t do anything quietly. From her brutal honesty about pregnancy to her unfiltered stand-up sets, her life is an open book. But the chapter involving her husband, Chris Fischer, recently took a turn that many fans didn't see coming.
Honestly, it feels like just yesterday they were the "it" couple of the relatable world. They were the pair that traded red carpets for farm stands and Emmy awards for dirty diapers. But by late 2025, the headlines changed.
Who is Amy Schumer’s Husband, Chris Fischer?
Before we get into the "now," we have to talk about who Chris Fischer actually is. He wasn't some Hollywood actor or a high-powered agent. Chris is a farmer and a James Beard Award-winning chef. He’s the real deal. Born and raised on Martha's Vineyard, he basically grew up with soil under his fingernails.
His background is fascinating. We're talking about a guy whose family has been on the island for twelve generations. He isn't just a "celebrity husband." He's a man who worked at Mario Batali’s Babbo in New York and the River Cafe in London. He eventually returned home to run his family's Beetlebung Farm, where he wrote a cookbook that won a James Beard Award in 2016.
The Meeting and the "Fast" Wedding
Their origin story is surprisingly low-key. Chris’s sister was actually Amy’s personal assistant. She suggested Chris come over and cook for them, and well, the rest is history. They started dating in late 2017.
Things moved fast. Like, really fast.
They got married in February 2018 in a secret ceremony in Malibu. Amy later joked that she only planned the wedding in about three or four days. She sent out a text to her friends saying, "I'm getting married on Tuesday. I hope you can come." And they did! Jennifer Lawrence was there, which is a pretty solid bridesmaid choice if you can get it.
The Autism Diagnosis that Changed Everything
One of the most defining aspects of their marriage was Chris’s diagnosis. After they were married, Chris was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (specifically what was formerly called Asperger’s).
Amy didn’t hide this. She leaned into it. In her Netflix special Growing, she talked about how his "autistic traits" were actually the reasons she fell in love with him. He’s brutally honest. He doesn't care about social norms. If she asks if an outfit looks bad, he’ll just say "Yeah" and tell her to wear something else.
"It’s really given us so many helpful tools. I think it’s a good thing for people to check it out and get tested so you don’t spend your whole life feeling like you’re bad or wrong." — Amy Schumer
This openness did a lot for autism awareness. It showed a side of the spectrum that isn't often portrayed in the media—the successful, married, "high-functioning" adult. They even did a show together during the pandemic called Amy Schumer Learns to Cook on the Food Network. It was awkward, charming, and very real.
The 2025 Divorce Announcement
Everything seemed solid until December 2025. That's when the news broke that Amy Schumer and her husband were ending their seven-year marriage.
Amy confirmed the split on Instagram, posting a photo of the two of them on the NYC subway. Her caption was classic Amy: "Blah blah blah Chris and I have made the difficult decision to end our marriage after 7 years."
It was a shock, but maybe not a total surprise to some eagle-eyed fans. About a month prior, Amy had scrubbed most of her Instagram photos that featured Chris. People noticed. They always notice.
What Went Wrong?
Naturally, rumors started flying. Was it the weight loss? Was it the diagnosis? Amy addressed this directly before the official split announcement. She told her followers that whatever happened between them had nothing to do with her weight loss journey or Chris’s autism.
Relationships are hard. Marriage is harder. Marriage in the public eye? That's a whole other beast. It seems they simply reached a point where they were better off as co-parents than partners.
Their Son and the "Genital" Incident
We can't talk about their marriage without mentioning their son, Gene David Fischer, born in 2019.
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Amy had a notoriously difficult pregnancy, suffering from hyperemesis gravidarum (basically severe, constant vomiting). But the real story that everyone remembers is the name change. They originally named him Gene Attell Fischer, after the comedian Dave Attell.
Then they realized it.
Gene Attell. Genital.
They legally changed his middle name to David pretty quickly after that realization. It’s the kind of thing that only happens to a comedian’s kid. Today, they remain committed to co-parenting Gene. Amy has been clear that despite the split, they love each other and are focused on their son.
Why This Relationship Still Matters
Most celebrity breakups are just noise. But the relationship between Amy Schumer and Chris Fischer felt different. It was a window into neurodiversity in a marriage. It showed that "different" isn't "broken."
Chris brought a grounding, rural energy to Amy’s high-octane life. In return, Amy gave Chris a platform to show the world what living on the spectrum can look like for a successful professional.
Actionable Takeaways from Their Journey
If you’re looking at their story and wondering what to take away from it, here are a few things:
- Communication is King: The diagnosis gave them a language to understand why they communicated differently. Even if a marriage ends, that understanding is vital.
- Don't Fear the Diagnosis: If you or a partner feel "different," seeking answers isn't about finding a label to hide behind; it's about finding tools to live better.
- Honesty in Endings: Amy’s approach to the split—being direct and shutting down false narratives—is a masterclass in modern PR and personal boundaries.
- Co-Parenting Priorities: Keeping the focus on the child, as they have with Gene, is the only way to navigate a public split with grace.
The story of Amy Schumer and her husband isn't a tragedy. It’s a seven-year chapter of a very full life. Chris Fischer is still a James Beard-winning chef, Amy is still a powerhouse of comedy, and together, they are still parents.
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Sometimes, that’s exactly where the story needs to go.
Next Steps for You:
If you want to support Chris Fischer's work directly, his Beetlebung Farm Cookbook is still a staple for anyone interested in New England seasonal cooking. For more on neurodiversity in relationships, look into resources from the Autism Self Advocacy Network (ASAN), which provides perspectives from autistic individuals on navigating adult life and partnerships.