In a heartfelt video posted on February 12, 2026, beauty influencer Mikayla Nogueira opened up about her divorce from her husband-Cody Hawken, a decision the two made last year amid swirling speculation by her fans. The 27-year-old TikTok star, who is known for her makeup tutorials and straightforward reviews to over 17 million followers, chose to address the rumors head-on while keeping personal details private.
Emotional announcement by Mikayla Nogueira
Mikayla Nogueira appeared visibly emotional in the video, on her TikTok account, explaining her reluctance to dive into specifics. “I’m not going to be sharing any details as to why Cody and I have made this decision. The main reason I am doing that is because I want to protect Cody. Cody deserves that,” she shared. She emphasized that the split stems from matters only they fully understand, urging fans not to speculate or take sides. “The only individuals who understand why Cody and I made this choice are Cody and I,” she added, according to E! News reports.Despite the heartbreak, Mikayla Nogueira described the divorce as amicable. “This is an extremely s***ty thing. No one gets married to get a divorce. But what I can tell you is that this is very amicable,” she said. The pair, who tied the knot in July 2023 after dating for years, still communicate daily—Cody even drops by for dinner and to see their dogs.
Addressing rumours and backstory
Fans had noticed Cody’s absence from Mikayla Nogueira recent content, fueling divorce whispers, especially after his relapse into addiction and rehab stint last year. Nogueira was quick to separate those issues from their breakup. “Cody’s addiction has nothing to do with our divorce, they’re completely separate things,” she clarified in the video. This comes after she previously defended their marriage against online trolls questioning why Cody wasn’t featured in her travel vlogs.The couple’s journey was a fan favorite, with Nogueira often sharing sweet milestones from their courtship to wedding bliss. “Cody and I have a deep love for one another. We would go to great lengths for each other,” she reflected, noting months of tears, therapy, and talks before going public.
Looking ahead
Nogueira expressed gratitude for her supporters’ past backing of their relationship and excitement for this “unexpected new chapter,” though it’s scary. She plans to keep creating beauty content, signing off with, “We love you,” reaffirming no regrets over their shared memories. As they both seek healing and happiness, Nogueira’s candidness reminds us that even influencers’ picture-perfect lives have unseen layers, proof that love’s end doesn’t erase its value.
