The heart of indie rock’s most prominent couple has officially decided to part ways. Win Butler and Régine Chassagne, the co-founders and lead voices of the Grammy-winning band Arcade Fire, announced their separation after 22 years of marriage in a statement posted to the band’s social media accounts on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
The statement read: “After a long and loving marriage, Win & Régine have decided to separate. They continue to love, admire and support each other as they co-parent their son.” Crucially for fans, the message emphatically confirmed the band’s future: “Their bond as creative soulmates will endure, as will Arcade Fire. The band send their love and look forward to seeing you all on tour soon.”
The Win Butler Régine Chassagne Separation announcement concludes a turbulent period for the Montreal-based group. Their marriage previously weathered a major controversy in 2022 when multiple women accused Butler of sexual misconduct. While Butler denied the allegations, admitting to consensual extramarital relationships, Chassagne stood by him, calling him her “soulmate” and “songwriting partner” at the time.
Despite the personal change, the commitment to their creative partnership and joint charitable endeavors in Haiti, KANPE, remains firm. While the separation marks a profound ending to their romantic history, the promise that their musical collaboration will continue ensures that the distinctive sound and theatrical live presence of Arcade Fire built on the foundation of their decades-long relationship will persist for their global fanbase.
