“Our priority will continue to be raising our children as devoted parents and the closest of friends.

We kindly ask that the media respect our privacy at this time.”

Far from becoming yet another Hollywood statistic, though, Stiller and Taylor later defied the odds.

Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor posing

In 2019, the pair were spotted together several times, including at the Emmys, as noted byPeople.

What led to Taylor and Stiller getting back together?

Through their separation, the couple remained dedicated to co-parenting their children, which may have kept them close.

Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor posing with kids

How did Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor meet?

Like many Hollywood celebs, Stiller and Taylor met at work.

According to Stiller, it was love at first sight.

Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor posing

“It was like, ‘Wow, this is a great person.'”

I feel like for us, when we first met, it was on set…

He’s amazing."

Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor posing

I really like this person.

I think I love this person.

I really do Ilovethis person.’

Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor posing

It hit me out of the blue."

“I was scared.

Stiller later underwent surgery to have his prostate removed.

Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor with daughter

Instead, most of the actor’s infrequent posts are about the various causes that he supports.