According to TMZ, per new legal documents the publication has obtained, WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella (Garcia) and Artem Chigvintsev attended a mediation earlier this month, came to terms on a divorce settlement.
TMZ notes their sources told them Nikki and Artem decided to quickly settle their divorce because they both want to move, due to the high cost of paying their legal counsel and the emotionally draining part of the process. It was also said Nikki and Artem are not getting along, but are cooperating with one another with their relationship going forward as a work in progress.
A representative for Nikki told TMZ that Nikki’s number one priority has always been her son Matteo and privacy. It was added that Nikki is thankful for all of the love and support she has received during this difficult time.
The divorce filings came following Artem’s domestic violence arrest this past August. After an investigation, prosecutors did not to file criminal charges against him. TMZ further notes the recent documents show Nikki and Artem agreed to dismiss the restraining orders both had filed against each other.
TMZ concluded their report by noting the settlement between Nikki and Artem comes roughly two weeks before their divorce trial was set to begin.
Nikki and Artem held their wedding in Paris back in August 2022.