Ex-WWE star Nikki Garcia has separated from their husband, Artem Chigvintsev after the latter was arrested for assault and domestic violence. According to media reports, the couple is likely to part ways after they had a violent brawl at their Napa Valley home in California; they have a son who is 4 years old named Matteo.

Nikki Garcia Urged to Leave by Twin Sister Brie:

People familiar with the situation say Nikki’s twin sister, Brie Garcia, helped her decide to leave the marriage. According to Entertainment Tonight, an insider said Brie compelled Nikki to get a divorce, adding that any form of violence was not acceptable and that they were concerned for the well-being of Nikki and her son.

The source also revealed that Nikki and the DWTS partner did not reside together after the incident, as the incident made it clear how ‘scared and shaken’ Nikki could be.

Artem Chigvintsev’s Arrest and Legal Troubles:

Placed under arrest on August 29, 2024, Chigvintsev was released on bail under the amount of $25000 minutes after the occurrence of the domestic violence act. Hearsay has it that the dancer is having a hard time dealing with the eventualities of the tragedy and is described as feeling “inadequately prepared for whatever is thrown at him. “

The couple’s workers have said that they had always known that the couple’s relationship had been full of many spats, hence the latest incident and the eventual separation. Nikki got a lawyer a week later, and on Wednesday, she went ahead and formally filed for a divorce.

Nikki Garcia Custody Battle and Divorce Terms:

According to the papers filled in the divorce, Nikki Garcia wants to obtain legal and physical custody of their son Matteo, while Chigvintsev has been granted visitation rights. Also, she has averred that she needs a waiver of spousal support. On the other hand, Chigvintsev is seeking physical and legal visiting rights with the child, child support, legal fees incurred by him, and spousal support.

The two got married in August 2022 and were expecting their second anniversary only a few days before the event that resulted in their divorce. They adopted their son Matteo in August 2020.