Nikki Garcia (Nikki Bella) filed to divorce her husband, Artem Chigvintsev, this past Wednesday, just weeks after he was arrested for domestic violence.
The divorce filing has revealed an interesting detail previously unknown to the public.
According to a report by People, court documents filed on September 11 show that Nikki and Artem’s legal marriage took place in January 2023, even though their wedding ceremony was held in Paris in August 2022.
Nikki has also requested the court to prevent any potential requests for spousal support from either party. Furthermore, the documents indicate that the WWE Hall of Famer is requesting legal and physical custody of their 4-year-old son, Matteo.
The divorce filing came after an incident on August 29, when Artem was arrested for felony domestic battery to a spouse or cohabitant. This date is also listed as the couple’s official separation date.
Artem initially called 911 for medical assistance but later canceled the request. Despite this, authorities arrived and took him into custody. Although no formal charges have been filed, the case has been handed over to prosecutors.
Nikki’s decision to file for divorce was not unexpected, as she had been seen without her wedding ring and had been actively seeking legal representation before officially filing.
The couple’s future remains uncertain as the legal proceedings move forward.
Moreover, Nikki’s filing has garnered attention, with fans speculating about whether the relationship is truly over or if there is any chance of reconciliation. For now, it appears that the divorce process is underway.
