Katharine McPhee files for divorce from Nick Cokas after kissing Michael Morris

Katharine McPhee has filed for divorce from Nick Cokas, seven months after she was caught kissing married director Michael Morris.

Katharine McPhee and Nick Cokas, which wed in 2008, had reportedly been separated for some time before the star was photographed locking lips with her Smash director Michael Morris.

Katharine McPhee has filed for divorce from Nick Cokas, seven months after she was caught kissing married director Michael Morris

The actress sparked rumors of a reconciliation with Nick Cokas in March when they were spotted together in public for the first time since the scandal, but she has now filed legal papers to end the union.

A statement issued by Katharine McPhee’s representative reads: “After six years of marriage, and having been separated for the past year, Katharine McPhee has filed for a dissolution of marriage from Nick Cokas. The two have an amicable relationship and will remain friends. They ask that people respect their privacy during this time.”

Meanwhile, Michael Morris has since reunited with his wife, actress Mary McCormack.

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