Nikki Garcia Reportedly Has Strong Thoughts About a Rumored Reconciliation With Artem Chigvintsev
Nikki Garcia and Artem Chigvintsev’s marriage crumbled in late August after he was arrested for domestic violence in Napa, California. The charges were dropped in September, but the damage was done, and the former WWE personality filed for divorce after two years of marriage. Now, it seems one of them does not want the relationship to be over and is reportedly interested in reconciling.
“Artem has wanted to reconcile with Nikki. He doesn’t want the family to be divided, and [would love] to put this behind them,” an Us Weekly source revealed. It appears to be a one-sided reconciliation, though, as the insider added that Garcia isn’t interested in working things out with her ex. “Nikki wants to move forward,” they said while noting that the former Dancing With the Stars pro will “respect [Nikki’s] wishes and boundaries” in their relationship.
The act of reconciliation seems like a stretch at this moment since Garcia was granted a restraining order against Chigvintsev on Sept. 30, and conversely, the dancer’s request for his own restraining order against Garcia was granted on Oct. 4, per People. There will be more details forthcoming with the protective orders when the former couple is due in court on Oct. 21 for a hearing.
Garcia hasn’t commented publicly yet, but Chigvintsev issued a statement to ABC News after learning the charges against him were dropped. “This has been an extremely difficult time for me. I am thankful that the truth has prevailed,” he said. “My focus has always been and will always be, our son Matteo. He is my world, and being his father is the greatest blessing in my life. All along, my main concern has been for him. I am committed to continuing to provide him with the love, support, and care he needs as we move forward. I am hopeful that securing an equal custody arrangement will help us move on.”
The pair’s romance began on the 25th season of Dancing With the Stars after they were partnered together. The chemistry on the dance floor was evident right away, but she was engaged to John Cena. Their love eventually blossomed after she ended her relationship with the wrestler in July 2018. Garcia got engaged to Chigvintsev in November 2019 and married in August 2022. They share one son, Matteo, who was born in July 2020.
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