The Divorce Drama Intensifies with Custody and Financial Demands from Artem
Summary
– Artem Chigvintsev filed for joint custody of his son Matteo after Nikki Bella sought full custody.
– Chigvintsev is also asking for spousal support and for Bella to cover his legal fees.
– Nikki Bella is reportedly furious and determined to fight back, feeling shocked by his demands.
Artem Chigvintsev, known for his role on Dancing With The Stars and his marriage to former WWE star Nikki Bella, recently made headlines after filing for joint custody of their son, Matteo, following Nikki Bella’s divorce petition. Along with joint custody, Chigvintsev has also requested spousal support and for Bella to cover his legal fees, leaving Nikki Bella furious and in disbelief.
Nikki Bella, who initially sought full custody of their son, was reportedly taken aback by Artem’s demands. Sources close to the situation revealed that Bella is upset, questioning who she married after his actions in the legal battle.
“Nikki is absolutely furious that Artem is asking for spousal support. She’s still in shock and has been asking herself, ‘Who the hell did I marry?’ She’s dumbfounded by Artem’s audacity and lack of shame,” an insider shared with Life&Style.
Despite the challenges, Bella stands her ground, viewing Chigvintsev’s demands as an opportunistic “cash grab.” She hopes the justice system will recognize the situation for what it is and is prepared to fight for her stance in court.
“She hopes a judge, if it actually comes to that, sees right through his disgusting and exploitative cash grab. Even if he wasn’t asked back to *Dancing With the Stars*, she thinks he would still have asked her for spousal support,” the source continued. “After what he’s done to Nikki, it’s a slap in the face and a total loser move on his part.”
Bella’s sister, Brie Bella, was reportedly a key figure in urging Nikki to file for divorce after Chigvintsev’s domestic violence incident, concerned for her sister’s well-being.
The divorce battle is expected to be messy, and fans are sympathetic to Nikki Bella’s decision to part ways with Artem, understanding her frustration after everything that has unfolded.
