The truth about Laura Clery's ex-husband and how it ended their marriage
Influencer Laura Clery's ex-husband, Stephen Hilton, was once her frequent collaborator, and they had an open relationship online. They had a seemingly amicable divorce in 2023 before the situation turned toxic, and Laura had to seek a restraining order. She has shared that her focus is on their kids' well-being.
All I want is a stable, safe, healthy life for my kids.
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Key takeaways
- Composer Stephen Hilton was Laura Clery's husband for over a decade, and they welcomed two kids, Alfred Sound and Penelope Marilyn.
- The couple announced their divorce in mid-2023, revealing that Stephen's political views, the stress of raising a special needs child, and financial problems had taken a toll on their marriage.
- Laura and her ex-husband had a court battle from June 2025, amidst post-separation abuse claims, Stephen's relapse after 20 years of sobriety, and a restraining order to protect the kids.
Stephen Hilton's profile summary
| Full name | Stephen Dean Hilton |
| Date of birth | February 7, 1974 |
| Age | 51 years old (as of September 2025) |
| Place of birth | England, United Kingdom |
| Current residence | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Ex-wife | Laura Clery (2012-2023) |
| Children | Alfie Sound Hilton, Penelope Marilyn Hilton |
| Social media | InstagramFacebook |
Stephen Hilton and Laura Clery's decade-long marriage
Laura Clery married Stephen Hilton in 2012. They publicly documented their relationship on social media. The couple welcomed their first child, son Alfred Sound Hilton, on April 20, 2019. Their daughter Penelope Marilyn Hilton was born on March 30, 2021.
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Stephen Hilton was Laura's frequent collaborator
Laura Clery gained recognition for her comedic content on TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. Stephen made regular appearances in her sketches and podcasts.
Shortly after their 2012 marriage, the couple launched the digital media company Idiots Inc. They used the company to create viral entertainment content, produce commercials and shows for television.
Clery is also a New York Times best-selling author. She published the Idiots book series, which explores her experiences with marriage, sobriety, and motherhood. Stephen Hilton is an English composer, record producer, musician, and online content creator.
He has contributed to the soundtracks of numerous films and TV shows such as The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Megamind, Hot Fuzz, The Predator, and Transformers: Dark of the Moon. Laura Clery's ex-spouse has also worked with artists like Alicia Keys, Pharrell Williams, and Trevor Horn.
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What happened between Laura Clery and her husband?
Stephen and Laura Clery announced their separation in 2022 to spend some time apart. About 10 months later, the couple revealed they were divorcing during a June 22, 2023, episode of Laura's podcast Idiot.
Their marriage had been on a downward spiral for a while. The social media influencer cited Hilton's far-right political views that were sometimes controversial, but they revealed that it was not what led to the divorce. Financial issues and the stress of raising Alfie, who is a special needs child on the autism spectrum, were taking a toll on their relationship.
Despite their differences, Laura and Hilton said they were using a mediator, and the divorce process was amicable. They continued to make content together until 2024. The pair also chose to live about a mile apart to facilitate healthy and easy co-parenting of their two children.
I view my relationship with Stephen as like we're co-parents and we're friends and that's how I want to keep it... I just want to get along.
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Laura and Stephen Hilton's relationship deteriorated after the divorce
The completion of Laura Clery's divorce from Hilton did not bring her peace of mind as she had hoped. Their co-parenting reportedly turned toxic after Stephen relapsed and started using drugs again.
Hilton shared in an April 2025 Facebook post that he was intentionally breaking his 20-year sobriety to "pursue music through altered states". He later started making erratic claims in social media posts. In a YouTube video titled, Co-parenting with an Addict, Clery said she was heartbroken to learn about his relapse but said she would prioritise their kids' well-being.
Laura Clery had to take a restraining order against Stephen to protect their children from danger. The composer defended himself in a May 2025 Instagram post, saying he has never been violent and accused his ex-wife of "weaponising the legal system."
Clery also cited post-separation abuse and accused her ex-husband of violating the restraining order. Stephen reportedly hacked her YouTube and Facebook accounts with millions of followers and deleted years of her work, sabotaging the income stream that was supporting their kids.
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Stephen and Laura Clery's court battle
Stephen Hilton and his ex-wife referenced going to court in June 2025 social media posts, but did not specify the details. Their two kids have been the centre of their online fights. Laura revealed on Facebook on June 11, 2025, after attending a court session, that all she wants is for the children to be okay.
I'm just trusting now. Trusting that it'll all unfold the way it's meant to. All I want is a stable, safe, healthy life for my kids. However, that happens, so be it.
The judge ordered Laura and Stephen not to post their children on social media, according to the composer's September 1, 2025, Instagram post. Hilton has also been sharing about his sobriety journey with his followers a few months after relapsing.
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Who is Laura Clery's partner?
Laura Clery may be dating someone new, but she has not revealed his identity. In a February 2024 YouTube video titled New Boyfriend she gave fans a short glimpse of her new partner but hid his identifying features. The influencer was previously rumoured to be in a relationship with stand-up comedian Charlie Berens, who has been her frequent collaborator on social media.
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Wrapping up
Laura Clery's ex-husband, Stephen Hilton, continues to show progress in his recovery journey from addiction. The exes have not shared their co-parenting situation, but their online battle seems to have calmed down after appearing in court.
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