Jeremy Renner and his ex-wife Sonni Pacheco maintain a cooperative coparenting relationship, the actor revealed in a recent interview. Renner, speaking to The Guardian on July 12, emphasized their mutual respect and involvement in each other’s lives, highlighting the ease of their arrangement despite their past.
Background on Renner and Pacheco’s Marriage and Custody Situation
Renner and Sonni Pacheco married in January 2014 and welcomed their daughter Ava during their brief marriage, which ended in December 2015. Shortly after their secret wedding, Pacheco filed for divorce, requesting joint legal custody and sole physical custody of their daughter. The divorce filing included allegations from Pacheco that Renner had taken her personal documents, though Renner never addressed these claims publicly. A source at the time suggested the accusations stemmed from Pacheco’s desire for independence.
By the end of 2015, their divorce was finalized, with both sharing custody of Ava. Renner was ordered to pay $13,000 monthly in child support, solidifying the financial and legal framework of their ongoing coparenting duties.
Renner Addresses Past Legal Disputes and The Current Dynamics
Reflecting on the prior disputes, Renner dismissed the earlier conflict as standard legal posturing. He explained,
“That’s just lawyers talking. That’s lawyers arguing,”
and added,
“The custody was easy. … It’s no one’s business.”
The actor also acknowledged Pacheco’s new family additions, noting,
“It’s great. She’s got a new baby and she sends me beautiful pictures.”
Pacheco gave birth to her second daughter, Wylder, in March 2023 with hockey player Nate Thompson, while Renner confirmed that he is currently single. He emphasized his current focus remains on his daughter Ava and his charitable efforts.
Renner’s Focus on Fatherhood and His Nonprofit Work
Aside from parenting Ava, Renner dedicates significant time to his RennerVation nonprofit, which supports children in foster care. The actor linked his philanthropic motivation to a life-altering accident earlier in 2023. He stated,
“I’m pretty focused on my daughter and the foundation for the kids,”
and expanded,
“That’s where the accident really shifted my focus. I can still go to work, but my primary focus is to give back and help in any way I can.”
He described the fulfillment he derives from this work, saying,
“That’s way more fulfilling than anything else I’ve done, outside of bringing up my own child. Being able to put a smile on these kids’ faces and share that joy with them and share the growth, I can’t think of anything more rewarding.”
Impact of Near-Fatal Accident on Renner’s Parenting Approach
In January 2023, Renner survived a serious incident where he was pinned beneath a snowplow, suffering fractures to more than 30 bones. This health scare deeply affected his relationship with Ava, transitioning it into a more mature, adult dynamic. He described this change by explaining,
“The accident really propelled us into a very adult relationship,”
and added,
“It’s been wonderful, and now I feel like I’m just a manager or a bouncer. I feel like my roles are changing … [I’m wearing] different hats now. Now, I feel like I just have to be around and make sure she doesn’t do bad stuff.”
Looking Ahead: Coparenting and Personal Priorities
Jeremy Renner’s experience underscores the complexities and ongoing evolution that can accompany coparenting after divorce. While legal disputes marked the beginning of his separation from Sonni Pacheco, their current relationship reflects cooperation and mutual respect focused on their daughter Ava’s well-being. Renner’s shift toward philanthropy and his strengthened paternal bond, intensified by his recent accident, signal a new chapter where family and giving back are at the forefront of his priorities.
