A Rock Star's Wife Faces Life Changes After a Dramatic Turn

Scott Shriner, the bassist for the band Weezer, is facing a significant life change. His wife, Jillian Lauren, has decided to end their 20-year marriage. This comes after a dramatic incident where she was involved in a shooting with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) earlier this year. Lauren, a well-known author, filed for divorce in Los Angeles County Superior Court. She mentioned "irreconcilable differences" as the reason but did not specify when they officially separated. The couple has two teenage sons together. In her divorce petition, Lauren asked for joint legal and physical custody of their children. She also requested spousal support and asked the court to make sure Shriner pays her legal fees. Additionally, she wants to remove her husband's last name from her legal name. This divorce filing comes after a serious incident in April. Police arrested Lauren on suspicion of attempted murder. They accused her of firing a gun at LAPD officers who were searching for a suspect in a hit-and-run case. The officers shot back, and Lauren was injured but not critically. The incident happened near Lauren's home in Eagle Rock. Police were looking for suspects from a hit-and-run on the 134 Freeway. They saw Lauren in her backyard with a handgun and said she pointed it at them. The shooting occurred just days before Weezer's performance at the famous Coachella festival. Lauren was charged with assault and negligent discharge of a firearm. She pleaded not guilty to these felony charges. However, in September, a judge granted her diversion due to mental health issues. This means she must avoid owning firearms, using drugs or alcohol, and attend therapy. If she follows these rules for two years, the charges will be dropped. Before the shooting, Lauren had been recovering from cancer treatment and a hysterectomy. She shared her health struggles with her Instagram followers, thanking her medical team for their support. Meanwhile, Shriner and his bandmates are preparing for their upcoming performances at Australia's Good Things Festival.