Heavy/Getty Nikki Garcia has not returned to her podcast.
“The Nikki & Brie Show” podcast hosted by former “Dancing with the Stars” contestant Nikki Garcia (formerly Nikki Bella) and her twin sister Brie Garcia has returned after nearly a month of silence.
Until the new episode went live on September 22, the most recent episode featured Nikki Garcia doing the pod solo on August 28. TMZ reported that on August 29, authorities in Napa Valley, California, arrested her husband and former DWTS pro Artem Chigvintsev.
In the September 22 episode of “The Nikki & Brie Show,” Nikki Garcia was not present. Brie Garcia did the episode solo but did address her twin sister’s absence.
Nikki Garcia Is Keeping Her Life Private for Now
Early in the episode, Brie Garcia shared, “Today, I will be doing a solo episode. I am so excited for my solo episode.”
She explained, “Nikki isn’t here because, as you all know, she’s going through something personal in her life, and she just asked for her privacy for her and her family.”
She added, “So we’re going to give that, but she sees all the support and love, and we are always grateful for all of your love and support. So thank you for that.”
In addition, Brie Garcia told podcast listeners, “She’ll be back in a week or two. So the next couple of episodes, you have me.”
Fans Sent the Former ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Contestant Lots of Love
The show’s Instagram page shared a teaser of the podcast episode, and fans filled the comments section with supportive notes.
One comment read, “Sending love to Nikki! ❤️”
“Glad to see you back! Sending all my love to Nikki and Matteo,” added another supporter.
Someone else commented, “Sending love to you guys! ❤️also sending love to Nikki and Teo❤️ the Bella Army will ride forever for you guys! Can’t wait to have her back!”
A separate Instagram comment read, “So happy you are moving forward while protecting the privacy of your sister during this difficult time. Love you ladies!”
Nikki Garcia Filed for Divorce Shortly After Artem Chigvintsev’s Arrest
On September 12, TMZ reported that Nikki Garcia officially filed for divorce from Chigvintsev. According to TMZ’s review of the legal documents, she requested physical and legal custody of her son with Chigvintsev, 4-year-old Matteo.
Garcia indicated the date of the couple’s separation was August 29, TMZ reported. That was the same day of Chigvintsev’s arrest.
TMZ also reported that Chigvintsev had not yet been formally charged with anything. The media outlet indicated investigators in Napa sent the case to prosecutors, who are reviewing it.
Us Weekly reviewed Chigvintsev’s response to his estranged wife’s divorce filing and reported on the details on September 13. The outlet reported that Chigvintsev also listed August 29 as the couple’s date of separation.
In addition, according to Us Weekly, Chigvintsev wants joint physical and legal custody of Matteo. The media outlet added that Chigvintsev requested spousal support as well as coverage of his attorney’s fees from Garcia.
Us Weekly indicated that according to online jail records, Chigvintsev was booked on a charge of felony domestic violence. Garcia has not publicly addressed the situation.
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Nikki Garcia Absent From Podcast After Artem Chigvintsev’s Arrest