Christina Aguilera & Max: Smiles After Separation

Christina Aguilera carries her smiley son, Max, out of a car as they step out together on Thursday (October 14) in Santa Monica, Calif.

The 29-year-old singer and Burlesque star filed for divorce from husband Jordan Bratman earlier in the day.

In divorce papers, Christina cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for their split. Christina requested that the two share joint physical and legal custody of Max.