Artem Chigvintsev, a Dancing With the Stars pro, removed his wife Nikki Garcia’s name from his Instagram bio following his arrest for domestic violence in Napa County, California. The arrest took place after a call was made to the sheriff’s department in Yountville, California, where Chigvintsev was seen without incident. He was booked and released on bail of $25,000. The victim has requested complete confidentiality, and the case is still under review by the Napa County District Attorney.
Chigvintsev and Garcia first met in 2017 during season 25 of DWTS and confirmed their relationship in 2019 after Garcia ended her engagement to John Cena. They got married in August 2022 and have a son named Matteo together. Just days before Chigvintsev’s arrest, the couple celebrated their wedding anniversary and posted sentimental messages to each other on social media. However, following the arrest, Garcia’s rep released a statement asking for privacy for her and her family during this time.
Details of the alleged domestic violence incident include Chigvintsev calling for medical attention after Garcia threw shoes at him. He later tried to cancel the request, stating that medical attention was not needed. The Napa County D.A. is currently reviewing the case, looking into witness statements, footage from the incident, and additional evidence from the police investigation before making a decision on charging the professional dancer. The office will announce their decision publicly after completing the review process.
Chigvintsev’s Instagram bio previously included a link to Garcia’s social media along with emojis signifying marriage. However, it now only lists his role as a father, DWTS pro dancer, Emmy Nominated Choreographer, and winner of DWTS and SCD mirror ball trophies. The change in his bio comes after the domestic violence arrest and amid the ongoing legal proceedings. Chigvintsev’s future on DWTS may also be affected depending on the outcome of the case and any potential charges brought against him.
The couple’s relationship has been through ups and downs since they started dating, including Garcia’s broken engagement to John Cena and their wedding in 2022. Despite their public statements of love and commitment just before the arrest, the recent events have raised concerns about the state of their marriage and their future together. With the case still under review by the Napa County District Attorney, Chigvintsev’s career and personal life may face significant changes as the legal process unfolds.
It remains to be seen how Chigvintsev’s domestic violence case will proceed and what impact it will have on his marriage, career, and public image. The review process by the Napa County D.A. is ongoing, and details of the incident, along with witness statements and other evidence, will play a crucial role in determining the next steps in the legal proceedings. As the situation develops, Chigvintsev and Garcia will continue to navigate the aftermath of the arrest and work towards finding a resolution that is in the best interests of their family and their future.
