Amy Schumer recently celebrated her son Gene’s seventh birthday, describing it as her “first as a single mom” following her split from Chris Fischer.
The comedian shared photos from the party and family outing on social media while continuing to focus on co-parenting their son after announcing their separation in late 2025.
While Amy Schumer considered her “single mom” moment a milestone, it has led to mixed reactions from individuals online.
On Sunday, Schumer delighted fans when she shared photos from her son Gene’s seventh birthday, while also marking a milestone as a “single mom” after separating from her husband, Chris Fischer.
“This women [sic] just threw her first birthday party as a single mom,” the comedian wrote, celebrating her achievement, while sharing a playful photo where her face was painted with pink flowers.
Schumer also posted pictures with close friends and her mother, Sandra, writing: “When your friends are family.”
Gene appeared in several photos from the celebration, though Schumer covered his face with emojis. Her estranged husband, Chris, was, however, not seen at the party.
The birthday included a ninja-themed cake topped with a city scene, along with a family trip to the Central Park Zoo, where they saw animals including bears, a snow leopard, a red panda, and a porcupine.
The cake also carried a “Happy 7th Birthday Gene” message, marking the occasion.
The Comedian’s ‘Single Mom’ Comment Drew Negative Reactions
On social media, some critics of the comedian seemed to take issue with her “single mom” comment, with some claiming it wasn’t worth celebrating.
One person commented, “#Amy Schumer is not a single mother! Her son had a father who was in the picture! A father who contributes. Not cool.”
Another asked, “Celebrating breaking up a family??” while a third noted, “So now she’s skinny, divorced, and unfunny.”
One critic harshly asked, “Why do so many single moms think it’s a badge of honor?” while another remarked, “Single mom… how sad for the child.”
Amy Schumer And Chris Fischer Focus On Co-Parenting After Split
Schumer and Chris married in 2018 and welcomed their son in 2019. In late 2025, the “Trainwreck” actress announced their separation, saying the decision was mutual and focused on co-parenting.
In a post on Instagram, she wrote, “Chris and I have made the difficult decision to end our marriage after 7 years.”
She added, “We love each other very much and will continue to focus on raising our son. We would appreciate people respecting our privacy at this time.” She later filed for divorce in early 2026.
Despite the split, a source told Page Six that the pair had continued living together for their son’s sake. The insider said Schumer wanted a stable co-parenting arrangement and expected Chris to remain closely involved in Gene’s life.
The source also noted that while Schumer had no plans to reconcile romantically, she “wants them to continue to be very much united when it comes to raising their son.”
“Amy wants Chris to stick around for Gene … If she contemplates another comedy tour at any point in the future, she wants Chris to be the one looking after Gene and ideally be willing to travel with her,” the insider shared.
Gene was born on May 5, 2019. At the time, Schumer jokingly announced the news by saying her “royal baby was born,” referencing the fact that his arrival came shortly before the birth of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s son, Archie.
Later speaking about motherhood, the “Kinda Pregnant” actress described childbirth as both frightening and rewarding. In an interview with People Magazine, she said the experience was “the most terrifying thing you’ll ever do that’s completely worth it,” adding that after a difficult pregnancy, she was especially ready to finally meet her son.
She has also shared lighthearted stories about Gene over the years. During a 2022 appearance on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” Schumer recalled seeing her son, then two years old, admiring himself in the mirror while wearing a baseball cap with a train on it.
According to Schumer, Gene gave himself a confident thumbs-up while looking at his reflection, a moment she said perfectly captured childhood confidence and self-love.
Amy Schumer’s Slimmer Look Raises Eyebrows
Meanwhile, Schumer has also been getting attention online for her recent transformation.
The 43-year-old comedian recently posted a nighttime photo of herself standing on a New York street in a cream-colored dress with puff sleeves and a fitted waistline that highlighted her slimmer figure.
She kept the look simple with dark heels, loose waves in her hair, and minimal styling, while the city backdrop gave the image a relaxed and candid feel.
Fans filled the comments with compliments, with many praising both her appearance and glowing skin. Some called her “beautiful,” while others reacted with fire emojis and supportive messages.
Schumer has openly spoken about her body and health in the past, and her recent transformation has sparked fresh discussion online.
Some fans said she looked noticeably different compared to earlier public appearances, while others focused on her confidence and overall glow.
