Isla Fisher is leaning into her work as she navigates the end of her 14-year marriage to Sacha Baron Cohen, with the divorce finalized in June. The 49-year-old actress has a busy slate in the pipeline, including several film projects that mark her busiest period since 2016, when she appeared in Keeping Up with the Joneses, Nocturnal Animals and Grimsby. Separately, Sacha Baron Cohen, 53, has been seen in public with 27-year-old model Hannah Palmer, prompting attention as he moves on from the split. Fisher shares three children with Cohen and has kept personal details relatively private while focusing on professional commitments.
Fisher’s upcoming projects illustrate a deliberate return to on-camera work. She is billed for a new heist-themed film, Now You See Me: Now You Don’t, and is attached to two other features, including an coming-of-age drama titled Jay Kelly and an action comedy titled Playdate alongside Kevin James. In addition, she’s been spotted filming Spa Weekend in Australia, a project reported to place her alongside established names such as Leslie Mann and Anna Faris. Her recent screen appearances include voice work in Back to the Outback (2021) and Strays (2023), and the 2024 release The Present represented her first on-camera appearance in four years. The surge in work followed the public split from Cohen, though a representative for Fisher did not comment on her personal life beyond noting her ongoing commitment to acting and family.
The couple’s separation was first revealed publicly in 2023, and their divorce was finalized in June, with both parties emphasizing a respectful, cooperative approach to parenting their three children. In interviews surrounding the split, Fisher described a childhood experience with her own parents’ peaceful separation as the model she hopes to emulate. She told The Sunday Times that she is not looking to date in the near term, adding that dating “isn’t on my to-do list. I’m not ready to think about any of that.” The comments underscored a broader theme in her recent public remarks: prioritizing privacy and stability for her family while rebuilding her identity as an actor and mother.
The post-divorce spotlight has also included attention on Cohen’s personal life. Reports emerged in the summer that Cohen and Palmer had spent time together in Ibiza and at a party hosted by Taika Waititi. The Daily Mail and other outlets described a dining event followed by a shared exit from a villa, with Palmer wearing a leopard-print mini dress and Cohen in a colorful striped shirt. An insider told The Sun that the two were seen as two people who happened to be at the same social gathering, sharing casual conversation and mutual friends, rather than signaling a formal romance. The account noted that Cohen and Palmer were photographed leaving the venue together, ultimately taking separate exits but boarding the same Cadillac Escalade. While such sightings have fueled speculation, representatives for Cohen have not publicly commented on the pair’s relationship status.
Palmer has emerged as a recognizable presence online, riding a strong following on Instagram and TikTok, where she shares travel photos, fashion content and lifestyle moments. She also has a history with online platforms like OnlyFans, where she previously described earning a substantial income in her first year on the service. In public discussions about the relationship dynamics surrounding Cohen’s post-divorce life, Palmer’s profile as a social media personality and model has added another layer of public interest to Cohen’s personal life, though insiders caution against drawing definitive conclusions about romance from casual social outings.
For Fisher, the narrative remains focused on professional momentum and family stability. She has repeatedly spoken about the importance of privacy and balance, particularly in the context of a high-profile split. Her friends and colleagues describe a deliberate approach to choosing projects that align with her values and her growth as an actress, while also maintaining a steady family life for her three children. Industry observers note that Fisher’s return to a steady stream of film work marks a notable shift from the sporadic appearances of recent years to a more consistent presence on the screen.
As both actors navigate this new phase, observers expect Fisher to continue building momentum in film and voice work, while Cohen pursues personal relationships and public appearances within his social circles. The divorce settlement and ongoing co-parenting arrangement appear to provide a framework for both to pursue their respective paths with a shared emphasis on privacy and the well-being of their children. The coming months are likely to reveal how their professional projects intersect with personal life in ways that resonate with audiences and fans who have followed their careers for years.