In a surprising development, former NBA star Dwight Howard finds himself in the headlines once again, but this time for personal reasons. His wife, Amber Rose Howard, widely recognized as rapper and reality TV personality Amy Luciani, has filed for divorce just six months after their wedding on January 11, 2025. The couple’s short-lived marriage has sparked widespread interest, particularly due to Luciani’s request for an equitable division of Howard’s considerable assets.
According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Luciani cited that the marriage is “irretrievably broken” with “no prospect for reconciliation.” The news has sent ripples through both the entertainment and sports communities, as the couple had only recently made their relationship public in December 2024, announcing their engagement on Instagram.
In now-deleted social media posts, Howard had referred to Luciani as his “perfect person,” while Luciani shared that she had prayed for someone with “the same heart” as hers, calling Howard the answer to that prayer. However, the dream of a lifelong partnership seems to have crumbled as quickly as it was built. Luciani filed for divorce on July 1 in Georgia, requesting a fair division of all marital assets and property, along with spousal support.
Luciani’s Defense Against Rumors
Amid the legal proceedings, rumors began circulating about a potentially contentious split, with many speculating that Luciani was seeking a 50-50 division of Howard’s wealth. In response, Luciani took to Instagram to clarify her position. In a story post, she stated that she was the one who suggested a prenuptial agreement before their marriage, but Howard had declined.
“With such a private moment like a marriage ending, I truly want to keep a lot of it private. But it’s hard to watch a narrative spreading so quickly about me. So I plan on speaking on this just once. To this day, I have never asked him for a single dollar, not even 30 cents. Before we got married, I asked to sign a prenuptial agreement. I texted it directly to him.”
Luciani emphasized that she did not want any of Howard’s assets, stating, “I do not want half of anything he earned or obtained before me. Not a car. Not his properties. Not a business.” Her public comments aim to counter the narrative that she is attempting to capitalize on Howard’s fortune, which he amassed over an 18-year NBA career.
Howard’s Career and Public Scrutiny
Dwight Howard, 39, is no stranger to public scrutiny. The former Los Angeles Lakers star has had a storied career, winning three Defensive Player of the Year awards and earning over $245 million in NBA contracts alone. He is currently playing in the BIG3 league and was a first-time nominee for the 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame.
However, Howard’s personal life has often been tumultuous. He is the father of five children with five different women and has faced various legal and interpersonal controversies. Most recently, in 2023, Howard was the subject of a civil lawsuit alleging sexual misconduct, which was later dismissed in 2024.
Amy Luciani’s Public Persona
Amy Luciani, known for her appearances on “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” and her 2023 album “Amy’s World,” has been trying to maintain some privacy amid the highly publicized fallout. Despite her request for the court to “equitably” divide marital property, Luciani’s public comments suggest a more amicable exit than headlines might imply.
Whether or not the courts will follow her stated intent remains to be seen. As the legal proceedings unfold, the situation continues to attract attention from both fans and media alike.
For Dwight Howard, 2025 has been anything but quiet, with his personal life once again taking center stage. The developments in his marriage and subsequent divorce proceedings are sure to be closely watched in the coming months.
