Vinessa Shaw and Kristopher Gifford Announce Divorce After Nearly 16 Years Together

Actress Vinessa Shaw, widely recognized for her role as Allison in Disney’s Hocus Pocus, is parting ways with her husband, graphic designer Kristopher Gifford. Gifford filed for divorce on May 22, 2025, citing irreconcilable differences, according to court documents. The couple, who married on November 20, 2007, had been separated since October 25, 2023 .

A Long Journey Together

Shaw and Gifford’s relationship began in 2007, and they married in 2017 after being engaged for several years. They share a 7-year-old son, Jack, born in February 2018 following a challenging labor. Gifford is seeking joint legal and physical custody of their son but is not requesting spousal support .

Public Appearances and Social Media

The couple’s last known public appearance together was in mid-2023, with Shaw posting birthday and Father’s Day tributes on social media. Since then, there have been no public updates regarding their relationship.

Vinessa Shaw’s Career Highlights

Vinessa Shaw is best known for her role in the 1993 cult classic Hocus Pocus. She has also appeared in films such as Eyes Wide Shut, Two Lovers, and 3:10 to Yuma. More recently, Shaw made guest appearances on Yellowstone and the Cruel Intentions reboot series.

Looking Ahead

As Shaw navigates this personal chapter, her fans continue to support her both personally and professionally. The actress has not publicly commented on the divorce filing at this time.

Written By Fortune Davidson