Bryton James finalizes divorce from professional dancer as she asks for a slice of...

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By ASHLEIGH GRAY

Published: 14:07 EDT, 22 April 2026 | Updated: 14:26 EDT, 22 April 2026

Bryton James, who starred on the 1990s sitcom Family Matters, is officially divorced.

The 39-year-old actor filed for divorce from Jahaira James in October 2025 after seven months of marriage.

The former couple's marital status was terminated on Sunday, per TMZ, after the divorce judgment was entered on March 24.

Neither party was ordered spousal support as part of the split, but Jahaira has asked the court to revisit that decision, according to documents obtained by the outlet.

Jahaira, who works as a professional dancer, said her income is unpredictable and therefore needs assistance from her ex.

James – best known for his role as Richie Crawford on the beloved ABC series – earns about $34K a month, according to his ex-wife's filing.

Jahaira outlined that her profession is dependent upon live performances, rehearsals, touring gigs, and short-term contracts.

She claimed in her filing that she does not have a salaried position that enables her to maintain the lifestyle established in her marriage.

James cited 'irreconcilable differences' when he filed for divorce last fall.

The Lakewood, California-born actor and Jahaira got married in March 2025 and separated in June; they do not have children.

James requested the court to terminate its ability to grant spousal support to either party, according to a previous report from TMZ.

He also asked for Jahaira to revert to using her maiden name after the divorce is finalized.

James appeared on 143 episodes of the ABC series Family Matters from 1990–1997, under the stage name Bryton McClure.

He has played the role of Devon Hamilton on The Young and the Restless over the past three decades, according to IMDb.

Before getting married to Jahaira, James dated co-star Brytni Sarpy; pictured in December 2023

Less than a year ago the soap star took to Instagram to hype up his then-wife Jahaira, Swoon reported, though the page was taken down in the months since.

'What you’re looking at is the culmination of a lifetime of work, discipline, dedication, strength, bravery, and belief that my love @jahshonye continues to exude,' he said.

The actor continued: 'Her journey is what inspiration wants to be when it grows up. And I am beyond proud to be a witness to her art as we share this life together.'

Jahaira responded, according to Swoon, 'Sharing this life and this stage with you is the greatest gift. Thank you for seeing me the way you do.'
James was previously married to Ashley Leisinger.

They wed March 16, 2011, in a ceremony his The Young & the Restless co-star Christian LeBlanc presided over. They split in February 2014, according to Swoon.