Summary
- Sebastian Bear-McClard is a rising actor and producer known for his work in indie films like Good Time and Heaven Knows What.
- He gained fame for his whirlwind romance and marriage to model Emily Ratajkowski, but they later divorced amidst rumors of infidelity.
- Bear-McClard has been accused of misconduct by multiple women, including recruiting a 17-year-old for an unclothed scene in Good Time.
Sebastian Bear-McClard is a rising actor and producer in Hollywood. He gained recognition for his work in films such as Uncut Gems, Good Time, and Broken Flowers. However, one of the most notable roles of his career is his collaboration with the Safdie brothers, Joshua and Ben, leading to the creation of several award-winning films.
Beyond his professional achievements, Sebastian's personal life made headlines when he surprised fans by marrying the well-known model and actress, Emily Ratajkowski after dating for just a few weeks. The couple later announced their excitement about expecting their first child in 2021.
However, amid media speculation, they reportedly separated in 2022 amidst rumors of alleged infidelity. Many are curious about Sebastian McClard's life and career before and after his marriage and divorce from model Emily Ratajkowski...
Who Is Emily Ratajkowski's Ex-Husband Sebastian Bear-McClard?
Sebastian Bear-McClard has made his mark as a producer in the indie film scene with notable projects like Good Time (2017) and Heaven Knows What (2014) featuring huge stars like Robert Pattinson. He's also collaborated closely with the Safdie brothers and played a key role in bringing these films to life, along with their earlier venture Daddy Longlegs (2009).
Growing up in a creative environment with an artist father and filmmaker mother in New York, Sebastian's passion for the entertainment industry was present from a young age. He went into producing hit films such as Uncut Gems and Good Time, and even tried his hand at directing and acting.
Sebastian was thrust into the world of fame for a completely different reason when he met the stunning model Emily Ratajkowski through mutual friends. Their whirlwind romance led to a surprisingly fast wedding, and they welcomed their first child in March 2021. Unfortunately, the couple faced difficulties, and Emily filed for divorce in September of the following year.
Despite the challenges, Sebastian Bear-McClard's talent and dedication to filmmaking have garnered him multiple award nominations, including recognition from the Gotham Independent Film Awards and the Independent Spirit Awards.
Emily and Sebastian caught attention with some public displays of affection in Los Angeles as reported by the Daily Mail. Speculation arose when Emily was rumored to have moved out of her ex-boyfriend's place just weeks prior.
Despite once being married to a prominent supermodel, Bear-McClard prefers to keep things low-key. His Instagram account, previously featuring art and abstract images has seemingly disappeared from the online world.
Emily Ratajkowski And Sebastian Bear-McClard Divorced After 4 Years Of Marriage
In July 2022, news broke that Emily Ratajkowski and Sebastian Bear-McClard broke up, leaving many surprised. According to People, a source disclosed that they had called it quits, the source also stated Emily made the tough decision to call it quits. Despite the breakup, Emily seemed resilient and focused on her son and motherhood in general.
In September 2022, it was officially announced that Emily had filed for divorce, as reported by PageSix, who managed to obtain and review the legal documents from the Manhattan Supreme Court. While the specific reasons behind the separation remained unclear, an insider close to the model hinted at a possible cause, alleging that Bear-McClard had been unfaithful. "Yeah, he cheated," said the source, expressing strong disapproval. "He's a serial cheater. It's gross. He's a dog."
As of now, neither Emily Ratajkowski nor Sebastian Bear-McClard have commented directly on the divorce. However, Emily had previously told Pagesix that she was contemplating dating again after the split.
Throughout the process, Emily remained largely silent on the matter, but actions often speak louder than words. She removed both her engagement ring and wedding band, making it evident that her marriage was in the past. Photographs showed her without her wedding ring for several weeks leading up to the wedding. Meanwhile, Bear-McClard held onto hope for reconciliation, he was seen still wearing his wedding band during that time.
Even though Emily didn't speak openly, she subtly hinted at her feelings regarding the divorce. She took to Twitter to like tweets from fans expressing support and celebration for her newfound freedom. One tweet, in particular, suggested that her separation from Bear-McClard was for the best, and Emily appeared to endorse the tweet with a like.
Amidst the chaos, Bear-McClard seemed to regret his actions and attempted to mend the broken relationship, reportedly pleading for another chance. However, sources close to Emily asserted that reconciliation was highly unlikely, as she had discovered additional betrayals. The situation seemed to be beyond repair.
Emily Ratajkowski and Sebastian Bear-McClard had tied the knot in a spontaneous courthouse ceremony back in February 2018, surprising many with their whirlwind romance. The couple welcomed a son, Sylvester, into their lives, making their split even more complicated.
Sebastian Bear-McClard Was Accused Of Misconduct By Multiple Women
In May 2023, Variety published an article reporting that Bear-McClard was accused of misconduct by two women. The outlet reported that the producer recruited a 17-year-old woman to act in a scene from the movie Good Time that required her to be unclothed.
According to Variety, the woman was asked to perform an unclothed scene with an actor in front of "nearly a dozen male cast and crew members," including directors Josh Safdie and Bennie Safdie.
It was reported that the girl who came from an impoverished background in New York, was excited to meet the film’s star, Robert Pattinson, a then-favorite of teen girls worldwide thanks to the Twilight franchise.
On the day of filming, it was said that she waited all day on the set for her scene to be called. By the time it was her scene, she was unclothed, standing in front of nearly a dozen male cast and crew members including Josh and Benny Safdie, according to The Daily Mail.
The outlet claimed that instead of performing in a scene with Pattinson, she was paired with an actor who had recently been released from prison before being hired for the film. According to a statement made by the young woman and obtained by Variety, she “was utterly stunned and felt terrified."
