Nikki Garcia’s twin sister, Brie, encouraged her to leave her relationship with Artem Chigvintsev after he was arrested for domestic violence. Brie was concerned for Nikki and her son and believed that any kind of violence was unacceptable. As a result, Nikki and Chigvintsev are currently not living together following the incident, with Nikki feeling scared and rattled by what occurred.
Chigvintsev was arrested in Napa Valley, California, for a felony charge and was released on bail the same day. Nikki filed for divorce from him about a week after seeking legal assistance from attorneys. Close friends of the couple mentioned that they were not completely surprised by Chigvintsev’s arrest, as their marriage had always been volatile. The dancer is reportedly feeling unprepared to handle everything that is happening as a result of the incident.
As part of the divorce proceedings, Nikki has requested full legal and physical custody of their 4-year-old son, Matteo, with Chigvintsev being granted visitation. She is also asking that spousal support be denied, while Chigvintsev is requesting that Nikki pay his legal and attorney fees, as well as joint legal and physical custody of Matteo. The couple tied the knot in Paris in August 2022 and celebrated their second wedding anniversary shortly before Chigvintsev’s arrest.
The source also mentioned that Brie Garcia was very supportive of Nikki’s decision to end her marriage with Chigvintsev, as they were concerned for her safety and well-being. Nikki’s filing for divorce came after reports of seeking legal assistance for the situation. Chigvintsev has requested spousal support and joint legal and physical custody of Matteo. The couple’s marriage had always been volatile, according to close friends. Since the incident, Nikki and Chigvintsev have been living separately, with Nikki feeling unsettled by what transpired.
Despite celebrating their second wedding anniversary shortly before the incident, Nikki and Chigvintsev’s relationship has now come to an end as a result of the domestic violence arrest. The legal proceedings include requests from both parties regarding custody of their son, spousal support, and attorney fees. Nikki’s twin sister, Brie, played a significant role in supporting her during this challenging time, advising Nikki to prioritize her safety and well-being by leaving the relationship. Nikki’s decision to file for divorce took place after the incident led her to seek legal assistance from professionals to address the situation.
