It was a sad scene as former “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Teddi Mellencamp said goodbye to her husband, Edwin Arroyave, earlier this week. On the sidewalk, Mellencamp carried a couple of suitcases and wore her Dodgers cap low over her eyes.
Arroyave, Mellencamp’s soon-to-be ex-husband, appeared to be trying to comfort her, placing a hand on her shoulder and even giving her a kiss on the side of her head. Sources with direct knowledge of the situation told reporters that the couple, who have been married for 13 years, still live together in their family home, though “every day isn’t perfect.”
Divorce Filing Cites ‘Irreconcilable Differences’
Mellencamp, 43, announced earlier this month that she had filed for divorce from Arroyave, 47, citing “irreconcilable differences.” In her divorce filing on November 1st, she listed their date of separation as October 20th.
The couple, who share three children—daughter Slate, 12; son Cruz, 10; and daughter Dove, 4—appear to be navigating this difficult time as amicably as possible, with Arroyave requesting joint legal and physical custody of the kids. Mellencamp had originally asked for primary custody with visitation rights for Arroyave.
Arroyave has also alluded to the split on his Instagram, sharing cryptic messages about “dark days” and posting Bible verses about praying for one’s children.
Affair Allegations Emerge
However, new reports indicate that Mellencamp’s divorce may stem from her own alleged infidelity. Sources claim that Mellencamp cheated on Arroyave with a married friend, her longtime horse trainer, Simon Schroeder.
According to these insider accounts, Mellencamp and Schroeder allegedly began a sexual relationship in May, while Schroeder’s wife, Karli, was in California giving birth to their second child. Karli reportedly discovered inappropriate text messages between Mellencamp and her husband, leading to a heated confrontation.
“They confessed. Teddi promised it would not happen again,” a Daily Mail source said. “Karli didn’t tell Edwin when she found out because she was willing to give Simon another chance.” But the source added that Karli later learned the relationship had continued and become “emotional,” so she informed Arroyave about Mellencamp’s alleged affair.
Mellencamp Seeks To Protect Her Family
Neither Mellencamp nor Arroyave has commented publicly on the affair allegations. However, in her original divorce announcement, Mellencamp said she wanted to be “open, honest, and vulnerable” in order to “protect [her] family from undue speculation and rumors.”
And in a recent cryptic Instagram post, Mellencamp shared a quote that read: “When you’re being pushed into the shadows, always find your light.” This suggests she may be trying to move forward and focus on her family amid the difficult situation.
Long Road Ahead In Divorce Process
As Mellencamp and Arroyave navigate this divorce, there are still many unknowns. Arroyave has claimed there is a prenuptial agreement in place, and he is asking a judge to enforce it. The exes will also have to determine custody arrangements for their three children.
A source close to the couple told reporters, “Looks like the two are going through a hard time of it… and there’s still a long way to go in this divorce.” For now, the former Bravo star appears somber as she prepares to embark on this new chapter, with her suitcases packed and her husband by her side, offering a final, bittersweet embrace.
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