Real Housewives of Miami star Alexia Nepola has been through her fair share of ups and downs both on and off camera. After five seasons of allowing Bravo cameras to capture her life as a wife, mom, and businesswoman, Alexia was surprised when her husband, Todd Nepola, filed for divorce in April 2024 after nearly three years of marriage. Despite the shock and heartbreak, Alexia took comfort in the support of her friends and family during this difficult time.
One of the dramatic twists in Alexia’s life includes her first marriage to Pedro Rosello, whom she met in 1987. The couple got engaged, but plans to marry were put on hold when Rosello was arrested on drug trafficking charges. They eventually married and had two sons before divorcing in 1996. Despite their divorce, Alexia maintains a good relationship with her ex, as her sons have a close bond with him.
In 2011, Alexia’s life took a tragic turn when her son Frankie was involved in a near-fatal car accident at the age of 13. Frankie suffered permanent brain damage, forever changing Alexia’s life. She has been vocal about the challenges her family has faced since the accident, expressing her deep pain and unwavering support for Frankie and her other son, Peter.
During the first three seasons of Real Housewives of Miami, viewers got a glimpse into Alexia’s marriage to Herman Echevarria. The couple separated in 2015, and Echevarria tragically passed away a year later from natural causes. Despite their separation, Alexia spoke fondly of their strong emotional and spiritual connection. She later revealed on the show that Echevarria was gay and unable to come out before his death.
Alexia faced further challenges when her son Peter was arrested in January 2022 for a domestic altercation with his girlfriend. The charges were later dropped, but the incident added to the family’s struggles. Additionally, Alexia had to deal with her son’s feud with Todd before their wedding day. Despite these hurdles, the family worked through their issues and continued to support each other.
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Alexia’s mother passed away from COVID-19 on the same day she planned to marry Todd, her third husband. The day that was supposed to be the happiest of her life turned into the saddest as she dealt with the loss of her mother. Tragedy struck again when Todd filed for divorce in April 2024, just two months after celebrating Valentine’s Day together. Despite the challenges and setbacks, Alexia remains resilient and continues to navigate the highs and lows of life in the public eye.
