Who Was Heidi Gardner’s Husband? Zeb Wells’ Job & Split Explained

Heidi Gardner, a renowned comedian and actress is widely known for her stints in the reality show Saturday Night Live. While fans know a lot about her professional gigs, they are now eager to delve deep into her personal life, especially her former spouse. So, who was Heidi Gardner’s husband? What does he do for a living and why did the couple separate?

Here is everything you need to know about the comedian’s former partner, his job, and the reason behind their split.

Who was Heidi Gardner’s husband?

Heidi Gardner was married to Zeb Wells.

Gardner and Wells chose to keep their relationship away from the limelight. The couple tied the knot in 2010 and separated in 2023.

What is Zeb Wells’ job?

Zeb Wells is a comic book writer, director, screenwriter, and voice artist.

Wells is primarily known for his works in Marvel Comics which include Heroes for Hire, Civil War: Young Avengers/Runways, and Spider-Man titles. Apart from that, he is known for writing The Dark Reign: Elektra and the Dark Origin of the Venom franchise. In 2011, he launched the Avenging Spider-Man with artist Joe Madureira and co-wrote two Carnage series. Wells further progressed in his career when he was announced as one of the lead writers of The Amazing Spider-Man.

Additionally, Zeb Wells is known for his writing and voice-over skills in Robot Chicken, for which he bagged an Emmy and Annie Award. Apart from writing and acting, he also directed the sixth and seventh installments of the series. He is also the co-creator and one of the voice artists of the sitcom SuperMansion.

Heidi Gardner and Zeb Wells’ split explained

Heidi Gardner announced her separation from Zeb Wells on The Liz Moody Podcast. She said, “Sadly I went through the end of a relationship, which it feels weird to say end because I also know that person will always be in my life and it will transform in a different way.”

The comedian added, “You know, sending them all the like love and respect in the world that I still have for them. But it was just a couple-year period of transition and grief and hope and loss and all of those things.” (via People)

Gardener also mentioned that during the separation she tried to become a better version of herself which will help her become a better partner in the future. The 41-year-old further called the breakup “painful and uncomfortable.” She also credited the amazing women in her life who oftentimes have proved to know better things to say and better ways to love her than a romantic partner.

While Gardener did not mention the reason behind the separation, Wells has yet to explain his side of the story.