Ashley Harkleroad, the former professional tennis player who once posed for Playboy, is divorcing her husband Chuck Adams after nearly 17 years of marriage. Adams filed for divorce citing irreconcilable differences, according to TMZ. The filing date and terms of the settlement have not been disclosed.
Harkleroad reached a career-high ranking of 39th in the world in 2003, according to reports. She retired from tennis in 2012 at age 27, as reported by various sources. According to Daily Express - Sport, Harkleroad described her marriage as one where she spent most of her life listening to and obeying men, including her father, coach, and husband. She said that while Adams is an incredible father and lifelong friend, it is time for her to live life on her own terms.
In August 2008, Harkleroad posed nude in Playboy, becoming the first active tennis player to do so, according to reports. In 2022, she launched an adult subscription account, which has since been removed. The reason for its removal is unclear.
Harkleroad and Adams have two children: a son Charlie, 17, and a daughter Cissy, according to reports. Charlie plays basketball and was named West Valley League's Most Valuable Player, as reported. Cissy has followed her parents into tennis, but her current status is unknown as she has not shared recent updates.