Some sad news from the world of Hollywood: actress Hilary Duff has filed for divorce from her husband of nearly 4 years, retired NHL star Mike Comry.

The news comes as a shock to many, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, because there was no indication that the two were headed for splitsville. In fact, just last week, Duff posted a photo of the two of them together during New Year's Eve. Nevertheless, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, "there was no major incident. ... They really did drift apart. They have put effort and thought into this decision for a long time. They tried couples therapy, but in the end, they realized at this time, they work better as friends."

In addition, according to FreeP.com, "Just last October, Duff, 26, was swooning over Comrie, 33. 'He's an amazing father,' she told reporters at an L.A. book signing. 'He's so patient and loving and involved. He's all the things that I knew that he would be.' At the time, the actress also sounded ready to expand her family. 'If I had another boy, I would be happy, but I would like to try for a girl.'

"Duff's people released an official statement to the press confirming the couple's separation. Hilary Duff and husband Mike Comrie have mutually decided to an amicable separation. They remain best friends and will continue to be in each other's lives. They are dedicated to loving and parenting their amazing son, and ask for privacy at this time."

However, People Magazine is reporting that the reasons for their split are not as noble as one would like to believe: aside from his son, Luca, with Duff, Comrie is said to have been involved with another woman throughout his entire marriage to Duff, and this woman is now pregnant with his second child. In addition, the same site is reporting that the only reason Comrie was with Duff is because he wanted to make his mark in Hollywood, and when that didn't happen, he filed for divorce.

Only time will tell what the truth is in the matter.