Nikki Bella (aka Nikki Garcia) and Artem Chigvintsev have reportedly settled their divorce. The former WWE wrestler and the “Dancing with the Stars” alum went into mediation earlier this month and agreed upon a divorce settlement, TMZ reported on Wednesday, citing court documents. Sources told the outlet that Bella, 40, and Chigvintsev, 42, were motivated … Read more
Artem Chigvintsev was granted a restraining order against his estranged wife, Nikki Bella (a k a Nikki Garcia), on Thursday, the same day she was granted a protective order against him, The Post can reveal. The competing restraining orders stem from an August altercation between the then-couple that led to Chigvintsev’s arrest on suspicion of … Read more
Nikki Bella (aka Garcia) was granted a restraining order against her estranged husband, Artem Chigvintsev, on Thursday, The Post can confirm, and she went into detail about the alleged physical altercation that led to his arrest. In her filing obtained by TMZ, the “WWE Divas” alum claimed Artem “tackled me multiple times and pinned me to the … Read more
Artem Chigvintsev is “relieved and grateful” that he will not face domestic violence charges as his divorce from Nikki Bella proceeds. The former “Dancing with the Stars” pro, 42, issued a statement on Wednesday saying he is “thankful that the truth has prevailed.” Just one day prior, the District Attorney in Napa County, Calif., decided … Read more
Artem Chigvintsev won’t face criminal charges following his arrest for suspected domestic violence that seemingly triggered his wife, Nikki Bella, to file for divorce. The news was revealed in a statement released Tuesday by the Napa County District Attorney’s Office. “Napa County District Attorney Allison Haley announced today that her office has declined tofile criminal … Read more
Artem Chigvintsev is reportedly demanding his estranged wife, Nikki Garcia (aka Nikki Bella), grant him joint custody of their son and provide spousal support. The former “Dancing With The Stars” pro made his demands in court documents he filed Friday, according to documents obtained by Us Weekly. Chigvintsev was responding to Bella’s divorce petition which … Read more
New information about Nikki Bella and Artem Chigvintsev’s divorce has surfaced. The former WWE star, 40, is requesting legal and physical custody of their son, Matteo, 4, after filing for divorce from the “Dancing With the Stars” pro, 42, Wednesday. Bella cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for their separation, according to the documents obtained by TMZ. Nikki Bella … Read more
It’s over for Nikki Bella and Artem Chigvintsev. The former WWE Diva, 40, filed for divorce from the “Dancing With the Stars” pro, 42, on Wednesday, according to online records obtained by The Post. The filing comes weeks after he was arrested on a domestic violence charge in Napa, Calif. Artem Chigvintsev and Nikki Bella … Read more
Before Artem Chigvintsev was arrested in Napa, Calif., on a felony domestic violence charge on August 29, the “Dancing With the Star” pro’s love story with ex-WWE Diva Nikki Bella — who was born Stephanie Nicole Garcia-Colace — was one for the books. Chigvintsev, 42, was taken into custody by the sheriff’s department just before 10 … Read more
Nikki Bella has fallen out of step with Artem Chigvintsev. The 40-year-old former WWE star is allegedly looking for a divorce lawyer following her husband’s domestic violence arrest last Thursday, sources told TMZ. On Tuesday, the outlet shared that Bella has been making calls since Friday with the intention to file for divorce from the dancer, 42. Artem Chigvintsev and … Read more
Nikki Bella went back to work days after her husband, Artem Chigvintsev, was arrested on a felony domestic violence charge. The retired WWE star, 40, co-hosted a live hot dog eating contest in Las Vegas on Monday. “Joey Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: Unfinished Beef,” which streamed on Netflix, marked Bella’s first public appearance since Chigvintsev’s arrest. Nikki … Read more
Artem Chigvintsev and Nikki Bella’s marriage was reportedly troubled for years before his arrest for alleged domestic violence. The “Dancing With the Stars” pro was booked on Thursday, August 29, on a charge of felony domestic violence in Napa, California, where he lives with his wife, Nikki Bella (aka Nikki Garcia), and their four-year-old son, … Read more
“Dancing With the Stars” idol Cheryl Burke was in “complete shock” when she learned her friend and former co-star Artem Chigvintsev was arrested on a domestic violence charge, saying the news didn’t gel with the man she has considered part of her “family.” Burke, 40, spoke about Chigvintsev’s arrest on the August 30 episode of … Read more
The dispatch call from Artem Chigvintsev’s domestic violence arrest Thursday morning has been released — and reveals what allegedly happened between the couple. The 911 operator relayed the message from the “Dancing With the Stars” pro, 42, to officers after he called the emergency service line to request medical assistance. In the call obtained by TMZ Friday, the 911 operator says, “Initially … Read more
Nikki Bella is asking for grace after her husband, Artem Chigvintsev, was arrested for domestic violence Thursday morning. A rep for the 40-year-old ex-WWE star told the Post Friday, “This is a private matter, and Nikki asks for privacy for her and her family at this time.” Additionally, a source alleged to the outlet that the “Dancing With … Read more
Paramedics and the fire department were reportedly en route to Artem Chigvintsev’s home before the “Dancing With the Stars” professional dancer’s arrest. Sources connected to the ongoing investigation told TMZ that a call was made around 8:30 a.m. PT on Thursday, with the unidentified person on the other line reporting a “medical emergency” at the … Read more
Nikki Bella raved about her love for husband Artem Chigvintsev just days before he was arrested on a felony domestic violence charge. On Monday, August 26, Bella, 40, gushed over Chigvintsev, 42, in an Instagram post celebrating their second wedding anniversary. The former WWE Diva shared a highlight reel from her 2022 Paris wedding to … Read more
The person who allegedly suffered injuries at the hands of “Dancing With the Stars” pro Artem Chigvintsev has asked for total confidentiality and is cooperating with police amid the ongoing domestic violence investigation. The reality star, 42, who is married to ex-WWE star Nikki Bella, was arrested by the Napa County Sheriff’s Department just before 10 … Read more
Artem Chigvintsev’s mugshot has been released after his arrest on domestic violence charges. The “Dancing With the Stars” pro and husband to former WWE diva Nikki Bella was booked by the sheriff’s office in Napa County, California, on Thursday just before 10 AM. His bail is set at $25,000. Artem Chigvintsev’s mugshot photo released following … Read more
Fern Britton didn’t step around the topic of her time on “Strictly Come Dancing.” The 67-year-old accused her partner on the competition series, Artem Chigvintsev, of having “kicked and shoved” her while on the show, per Daily Mail. Britton’s interview has now resurfaced after the “Dancing With the Stars” pro, 42, was arrested for domestic violence Thursday morning. … Read more