Artem Chigvintsev, best known for his role on Dancing With The Stars and his marriage to former WWE star Nikki Bella, has recently been thrust into the spotlight following his arrest on domestic battery charges. The incident has drawn significant public attention, and now, new developments suggest the strain on their marriage is becoming more visible.
According to a report from TMZ, Nikki Bella, who has been rumoured to be the victim of the assault, was recently seen in Oakland boarding a private jet, presumably heading to Las Vegas to co-host Netflix’s live hotdog eating competition, Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: Unfinished Beef. What caught everyone’s attention, however, was the absence of her wedding ring—a clear sign that all may not be well in their marriage following the arrest.
The incident began when Artem himself called 911 from their home in Napa, California, reporting a medical emergency. Shortly after, he attempted to cancel the request. Despite this, law enforcement arrived at the scene, where they observed visible injuries on the alleged victim. This led to Artem’s arrest on charges of felony corporal injury to a spouse or cohabitant, though he was later released on $25,000 bail.
Sources close to the couple suggest that their relationship had been volatile for years before this incident, making the arrest less surprising to those familiar with their dynamic. Moreover, though Nikki Bella was spotted, her representative conveyed that she had asked for privacy on the matter at this time. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how it will impact their relationship moving forward.
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