Ethan Klein is asking a judge to deny spousal support for both himself and his estranged wife, Hila Klein, as their divorce moves forward. Hila filed for divorce after 14 years of marriage, and the latest response raises questions about how the former couple will handle their finances, property and responsibilities as parents.
The H3 Podcast host has also asked the court to recognise certain income and assets as his separate property. Despite their financial disagreements, the former couple appears to share a position on custody of their three children.
Ethan Klein Moves To Protect Assets
According to TMZ, which obtained the divorce documents, Ethan has asked the court to deny spousal support for both parties. The request challenges Hila's initial demand for financial assistance following the breakdown of their marriage.
Spousal support, commonly known as alimony, is financial assistance one spouse may be required to provide to the other during or after a divorce. Whether it is granted depends on several factors, including the couple's financial circumstances and the length of their marriage.
Ethan is also asking the judge to classify certain income and assets as his separate property. These reportedly include earnings and property acquired before his marriage to Hila, as well as assets obtained after their separation.
Under California's community property laws, assets and income acquired during marriage and before separation are generally considered community property. Separate property, including qualifying assets acquired before marriage or after separation, is generally excluded from an equal division between spouses.
Both parties identified 13 October 2026 as their date of separation. This date could help determine which assets and income are considered part of their marital estate and which may be treated as separate property.
Finances and Custody at Stake
The financial requests could shape the outcome of Ethan and Hila's divorce, particularly as they work towards dividing the assets and businesses they built during their marriage. The former couple has shared several professional ventures, including the H3 Podcast and fashion brand Teddy Fresh. Their financial interests in these businesses may become relevant as the court considers the division of marital property.
Ethan publicly discussed removing his ownership and financial stakes in the podcasts and other shared ventures. His statement specifically discussed directing podcast proceeds to the crew. However, his request to protect certain assets does not automatically mean the court will exclude them from the divorce settlement. The judge will need to review how and when the properties and income were acquired before making a decision.
Despite the financial disagreements, Ethan appears to support Hila's request for joint custody of their three children. This would allow both parents to remain involved in their children's upbringing and important decisions.
The exact custody arrangement, including parenting schedules and other responsibilities, has yet to be finalised. Their agreement on joint custody also does not resolve the separate financial questions surrounding child-related expenses and support.
Divorce Follows Infidelity Allegations
Ethan and Hila's divorce follows a difficult period in their relationship that became public in October. Hila accused her husband of having an affair lasting more than six months in an emotional statement shared on Instagram. She described the situation as deeply painful and said she had received conflicting explanations about what happened.
The couple married on 10 October 2012, and became well-known through their online careers and business ventures. Over the years, they built a following through the H3 Podcast while developing Teddy Fresh into an established fashion brand.
Their separation also led to an indefinite hiatus for the podcast, marking a major change for the platform they had built together.
Hila filed for divorce on 2 November, citing irreconcilable differences. She also requested that Ethan cover her legal expenses and asked to have her maiden name, Hacmon, restored.
For now, several issues remain unresolved, including spousal support, legal fees, the division of their assets and the final custody arrangement. Ethan's requests have yet to receive the court's approval, meaning the judge will ultimately determine how the former couple's financial and parental responsibilities will be handled.
