WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella is reportedly looking to hire a divorce lawyer following an alleged attack by her husband, Artem Chigvintsev, which led to his arrest for felony domestic violence. Sources close to the situation revealed that Nikki has been actively searching for legal representation to proceed with the divorce.
Incident Details:
Artem Chigvintsev was arrested last Thursday for violating California Penal Code Section 273.5(a) PC, known as domestic violence, after a physical altercation that resulted in Nikki suffering injuries. The incident was brought to authorities’ attention when a 911 call was placed to report a “medical emergency.” Despite attempts to cancel the emergency response, paramedics and the fire department did not reach the scene.
Updates on the Situation:
Currently, Artem has been reported to be staying at a friend’s house instead of their family home, while Nikki remains at their house with their young son Matteo. Police officers confirmed visible injuries on the victim’s body, prompting Artem’s arrest. Following his release on $25,000 bail, there has been no public comment from Artem regarding the incident.
Relationship Background:
Nikki and Artem first met in 2017 during their participation in ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars” show. Their son Matteo was born in 2020, and the couple recently marked their second wedding anniversary shortly before the arrest. TMZ has reached out to Artem for a statement, but he has yet to respond.
Impact on Nikki’s Public Appearances:
Notably, Nikki has not been wearing her wedding ring since the incident occurred. Despite hosting the Chestnut/Kobayashi hot dog eating contest in Las Vegas over the weekend, her finger was visibly bare in photographs. The events following the alleged attack shine a light on the challenges in Nikki Bella’s personal life.
