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David “Heavy D” Sparks and his wife Ashley Sparks have quietly ended their marriage, according to court papers filed this week in Utah. The split adds a new chapter to the life of the Diesel Brothers star, whose public profile has mixed television success with recent legal drama.
Divorce paperwork filed in Utah
Records obtained by entertainment outlets show Ashley filed for divorce on March 10 in a Utah court. The filing lists basic information but does not provide a reason for the split.
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The Sparkses did not immediately respond to media inquiries. Representatives for David have also not issued a statement as of this report.
From a church meeting to a family of five
The couple’s relationship began years earlier. They reportedly met at a local church in Utah in 2008 and married in August 2010.
- They are parents to three children: daughter Charley Mae and sons Beau and Mack.
- The family has often appeared in public posts and interviews tied to the Diesel Brothers brand.
A look back at their marriage and public posts
Ashley frequently shared candid reflections on married life. During an anniversary post, she acknowledged that neither partner is perfect.
She wrote about choosing to focus on positive moments to help weather hard times. That theme of finding the ups amid the downs surfaced in several of her posts.
She emphasized gratitude and effort as the tools that helped the couple manage disagreements and daily strains.
How the Diesel Brothers rose to fame
David gained national recognition as part of the Diesel Brothers crew. The Discovery Channel show followed a Utah team that restores and modifies pickup trucks.
They began on YouTube and caught the attention of car enthusiast Jay Leno. Discovery premiered the series in 2016.
The program ran for seven seasons, wrapping up its final run in 2020. David remained one of the most visible members of the group.
Legal battles and a high-profile arrest
Last year, Sparks made headlines after an October arrest tied to fees from a separate lawsuit. He spent several days in custody.
His public defense
In a social media video after his release, David framed the arrest as part of a larger fight. He argued the problem was not a simple refusal to pay debts.
He described the situation as standing up against what he called a broken system and criticized how environmental statutes have been used in lawsuits.
David said he felt targeted by lawyers who transform such statutes into profit-driven cases. He maintained his position was meant to stop similar actions against other businesses.
What this means for the family and the brand
The divorce filing comes amid ongoing public scrutiny of David’s legal troubles. How the split will affect their family life and any future business ventures remains unclear.
Fans of the show and followers of their social accounts will likely watch for more details as court documents advance.
Key facts at a glance
- Filing: Ashley Sparks filed for divorce in Utah on March 10.
- Marriage: The couple married in August 2010 after meeting in 2008.
- Children: They share three children—one daughter and two sons.
- Career: David rose to fame on Discovery Channel’s Diesel Brothers.
- Legal issues: David was arrested in October 2025 related to fees from another lawsuit.
