Weezer Bassist’s Wife Divorces After 20-Year Marriage
Jillian Lauren, the wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner, has officially filed for divorce after a marriage lasting 20 years. Legal documents reveal that Lauren cited “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for her decision, which comes nearly two decades after they wed in November 2005.
Details of the Divorce Filing
The couple shares two sons, 17-year-old Tariku Moon and 13-year-old Jovanni Starshine. In her divorce petition, Lauren is pursuing joint legal and physical custody of their children. She has also requested spousal support and wants the court to end Shriner’s eligibility for such support.
Professionally known as Jillian Lauren, the author is seeking to return to her maiden name, removing Shriner from her legal name, which is currently Jillian Lauren-Shriner.
Recent Legal Challenges
This news follows a troubling incident involving Lauren, who was granted entry into a two-year mental health diversion program. This program is part of her plea related to felony charges filed after a violent encounter with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) on April 8.
During this incident, Lauren allegedly fired her weapon during a standoff with officers who were conducting a search nearby. Although she was not involved in the hit-and-run that prompted police action, reports indicate that she aimed her gun at the officers and fired first.
Incident Overview
Key details of the incident include:
- Date: April 8
- Location: Eagle Rock, California
- Outcome: Lauren was shot in the shoulder by police, leading to a hospital visit.
- Charges: Initially arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
- Bail: Released on $1 million bail.
Lauren was ultimately charged with firing a gun with gross negligence and assault with a semiautomatic firearm. She pled not guilty in May. In September, she was granted the mental health diversion program as part of the legal resolution.
Thoughts from Legal Representation
Lauren’s attorney, Hilary Lee Potashner, expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the case, highlighting the benefits of the diversion program. She and her co-counsel, Georgina Wakefield, emphasized that the court’s decision to allow Lauren this opportunity was a favorable resolution.
