Legal Battle Over Spousal Support Follows Finalized Divorce of Bryton James

oung and the Restless star Bryton James has finalized his divorce from dancer Jahaira Myers, who is now requesting support based on his $34,000 monthly income.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 23, 2026, 9:25 AM EDT

Source: Entertainment Weekly

Financial Disclosures and Monthly Earnings

In the recent court filings, Jahaira Myers alleges that James maintains a consistent monthly income of approximately $34,000. Myers, whose career as a professional dancer includes high profile credits such as Beyonce’s Cowboy Carter Tour and performances with Usher, contrasts this with her own financial situation. She reports earning roughly $1,150 per week before taxes, a figure that is subject to the inherent volatility of the commercial dance industry.

The request for support emphasizes the precarious nature of Myers' profession, where income is tied to specific touring schedules, rehearsals, and live events rather than a steady salary. Neither representatives for James nor Myers have provided public comment regarding the specific financial figures disclosed in the TMZ report that first detailed the filing.

The Brief Timeline of the Marriage

The relationship between the actor and the dancer moved through a rapid cycle of marriage and separation. The pair wed in March 2025, but the union lasted only three months before they separated in June 2025. By October of that year, James had filed for divorce, citing the standard legal grounds of irreconcilable differences. At the time of the initial filing, James explicitly requested that the court terminate its ability to award spousal support to either party.

Despite the short duration of the marriage, the couple initially appeared to be in a supportive partnership. James frequently utilized social media to praise Myers' professional achievements, particularly her work on international concert stages. However, those public displays of support were later deleted from his platforms as the legal proceedings moved forward into the final months of 2025 and early 2026.