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Artem Chigvintsev opens up about his personal and professional fallout after his high-profile separation from Nikki Garcia.

The former “Dancing With the Stars'” pro described the rapid fall of his marriage as a surreal event that forced him to a state where he had to survive.

Chigvintsev married Garcia in 2022, and divorced them in 2024 after they welcomed their son Matteo.

Artem Chigvintsev Reflects on the ‘Bad Dream” That Led to Survival Mode

Chigvintsev, who was arrested in 2024 on charges of alleged physical abuse to a spouse, was dropped from “Dancing with the Stars”. He had been on the show for nine seasons. He did not face charges of domestic violence, but the impact was immediate. His wife of two years, Garcia filed for divorce one month after his arrest.

On a recent podcast episode, “The Penthouse With Peta”, the dancer described this period as a bad dream that left him in survival mode. He was unable to fully deal with the loss of his career and marriage at the same time.

Chigvintsev, according to Entertainment Weekly, admitted that despite the pain of the split, the dramatic separation “needed to occur” to end a marriage he described as “unhealthy”.

He admitted that he would not have started the separation because of his upbringing or his parents’ long-term marriage. He preferred to work out issues. He revealed that he was willing “to sacrifice” his own happiness in order to keep both parents with their five-year old son, Matteo.

What Nikki Garcia said about her marital issues with Artem Chigvintsev

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Chigvintsev made his statements over a year ago, after Garcia had shared her side of the story about why her marriage with the dancer ended.

During a podcast in December 2024 Garcia reflected on her emotional patterns which defined her last year and contributed to the breakup of her marriage.

The Blast reported that the 42-year old shared that she spent time researching “divine femininity,” a concept which helped her realize that she doesn’t have a responsibility for fixing, changing, or improving the people in her own life.

She said it took her more than 40 years to realize that she could offer support but not solve someone’s deeply ingrained problems.

She explained that she was not here to fix her partner, but rather to set an example for her children and to nurture them, rather than to try to fix her partner.

The “Total Bellas'” alumna encouraged her listeners to identify these “fixing patterns” early and to establish boundaries before they lead them to emotional exhaustion.

Nikki Garcia has previously praised her co-parenting relationship with Artem Chigvintsev

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As Garcia and Chigvintsev appeared to accept the end of their relationship, they were also able find a balance within their co-parenting relationships.

In September, the 42 year old television personality revealed that despite their dramatic separation, she and her ex-husband have managed to create a surprising strong co-parenting relationship.

Garcia, according to The Blast, credited her newfound stability with allowing her return to her professional wrestler roots.

The former “Total Bellas'” star expressed her gratitude for Chigvintsev’s ability to adapt to her demanding schedule. She said that he was “amazing”, coordinating their time together with Matteo, their four-year-old son. He even allowed her to spend extra time with Matteo to accommodate her weekly traveling.

Nikki Garcia sparked dating rumors when she was spotted with a football star

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Garcia, who had just gushed about her wonderful co-parenting partnership with Chigvintsev sparked dating rumors after she was seen with Cooper DeJean.

The 42-year old WWE star shared an Instagram video documenting her trip at a Eagles game. She was seen smiling widely while posing before the 22-year athlete’s locker. The video included a moment of a post-game party at a local pub, where the two looked cozy together.

Garcia captioned her post by thanking Philadelphia for its hospitality and expressing her gratitude for all of the friends, new and old, who make up the fabric of her life.

According to The Blast Garcia and DeJean are social media friends and often exchange likes and remarks on their posts.

Nikki Garcia denies the romance rumors

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The wrestler has downplayed romance rumors despite the buzz surrounding Garcia and DeJean. Garcia revealed that she hasn’t had an intimate relationship in “a really long time” on her podcast “The Nikki & Brie Show.”

The Blast reported that Garcia told her sister Brie: “It’s crazy, because I haven’t touched or done anything for so long.”

She was frustrated with the public narrative and found it ironic that harsh labels were placed on her when she avoided intimacy. The Blast first published The Artem Chigvintsev Draws Curtain on ‘Unhealthy Marriage’ To Ex Nikki Garcia

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Taylor Swift’s recent outings and appearances have led to speculations about her pregnancy ahead of her wedding with Travis Kelce.

The baby buzz intensified when a popular influencer shared a video of the singer. She claimed that her “rapid” weight gain was proof of pregnancy and a rush to get married.

Fans of Taylor Swift were quick to dispel the wild rumors. Many noted that none of the supposed signals in the video meant she was expecting a child.

Taylor Swift Pregnancy rumors reignited by viral social media post ahead of wedding

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This week, the internet was enraged by rumors that Taylor Swift is hiding her baby bump and is pregnant.

The “Blank space” singer is reportedly busy planning her summer wedding to NFL star Travis Kelce. She has been seen in public very rarely without a cover-up, or baggy clothes.

In February, Swift shared a video behind the scenes of the making of “Opalite”, her song that reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. Swift is seen in one clip recording vocals for the song, while another shows her listening to the track alongside Shellback.

Matt Wallace, an influencer with 2.3 million followers on X, shared the clip, claiming that Swift was pregnant and heavy.

“Taylor Swift has a 100% pregnancy rate!” She gained weight rapidly, and then disappeared from the map. Wallace boldly wrote, “That is also why they rush the wedding on June 13th.”

Fans Slam Influencer’s Claim about the Pop Star

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The reaction to the claim was mostly negative. Some speculated that the influencer’s words may be true, while others criticized his comments about Swift’s body.

“I’m also getting pregnancy vibes.” You don’t have any proof. Just vibes. I hope it is true!! “An X user commented. “But the wedding rush might also be because her future spouse is playing NFL again. Preseason lasts months.

Someone else wrote: “Nah, it’s not her.” She looks just like every woman I have ever known who has bangs.

One angry critic said, “Stupid guys always have something to say on a woman’s physique.” F-ck you.”

Another person asked, “Why are you so freaking weird?” It’s not our business. “The obsession with someone you will never personally know is gross.”

“The math isn’t working, if this album was released in October last year it would have been months earlier, a baby would’ve popped by now if this was the case,” said another.

Taylor Swift reportedly sent out wedding invitations with strict NDAs

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The plans are well underway for the special day of “Anti Hero”, with reports indicating that many celebrities have already received save-the-dates.

Swift, however, has kept the details of her nuptials very secret. She even reportedly had guests sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement in order to prevent them from talking about it.

The “Bad Blood’ singer has been actively involved with the plans. She also uses an event planner.

Gigi Hadid and Emma Stone, as well as Selena Gomez, Sabrina Carpenter and other stars, were invited to the nuptials.

The singer has been left ‘on edge’ by wedding leaks

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Reports suggest that the “Karma’ singer is experiencing wedding nerves as she prepares for the 3rd of July date. Details of her alleged plan are continuing to leak to the public.

OK!Magazine reports that this has sparked fears that the long-awaited event could spiral into a public spectacle. This has led to fears that the long-awaited public event could turn into a spectacle.

Swift is excited to marry the love of her lifetime, according to a source close to her. However, planning such a large event, especially in the face of public scrutiny, has made her “feel increasingly on edge.”

Insider: “She is known as a detail-oriented person who is fiercely protective of their private lives. Seeing carefully laid plans and decisions exposed before they are ready has been deeply unsettling to her.”

“It has knocked down her confidence in the way everything is unfolding, and prompted serious discussions about whether she should reconsider the entire setup, or change key elements, and even pivot to a totally different approach to regain control, and prevent the day becoming the kind media frenzy that she has always avoided,” they added.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding Gift Requirement Has Guests Talking

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Swift and Kelce allegedly requested wedding gifts ahead of their nuptials. This sparked a buzz and left guests stunned.

Sources say that the couple has told their friends and family not to buy them gifts for the big day as they already have enough.

The source told Rob Shuter, a journalist for Substack: “They have everything they need.” “Between the two of them, they have enough.” They decided to use this opportunity to help others.

Swift and Kelce, according to an insider, have asked their guests to donate to charity instead of attending their wedding.

“Guests are being asked to donate instead of buying gifts.” “Guests are asked to donate rather than buy gifts.”

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Kendall Jenner’s romance is once again making headlines. But this time the story may have unfolded quietly for longer than anyone knew.

Insiders claim that what first appeared to be Jacob Elordi’s spontaneous Coachella moment was actually something much more. Their romance had been developing behind the scenes months before it became public.

Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi’s Romance Is Already Underway

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Many assumed that the kiss between Kendall Jenner, Jacob Elordi and Justin Bieber at Justin Bieber’s Coachella after-party marked the beginning of their new relationship. New details suggest that this is not the case.

A source told the Daily Mail that “they have been together a couple months and it’s going very well.”

The insider explained that they were together as far back in early February. It’s been quite a while. It has helped that they’ve both been in Los Angeles for the past two months. They have had time to bond.

These revelations paint an image of a relationship which developed slowly, away from the spotlight before finally emerging in a public way.

Kendall Jenner’s Inner Circle played a key role

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Kendall Jenner’s close friend may have been responsible for the romance behind the scenes.

Kylie Jenner is said to be the younger sister of Kendall Jenner who brought the two together.

“Kylie spent a lot of time with Jacob during Timothee’s [Chalamet] award season marathon, because Jacob was nominated as Frankenstein while Timothee received a nomination for Marty Supreme,” explained the source.

The insider revealed that Kylie was very direct in her encouragement of the match. “Kylie liked Kenny and thought he was a good guy for Kenny, so she was like girl, get going, date this man already.”

Kendall Jenner and Elordi were friends for many years before they began dating.

The source said that she was “not sure if she wanted him to stay in the friend zone” or not, suggesting that there had been hesitation before things developed.

Kendall Jenner’s Relationship With Kendall Kardashian Moves Beyond Friendship

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Despite initial insecurity, the relationship took a more serious direction, thanks to Kylie’s encouragement.

According to an insider, “Kylie was the alpha sister who pushed Kenny into a relationship with Jacob in order to set up double dates for Timothee.”

The motivation for the matchmaking effort has also been revealed. The insider revealed, “She thought that it would be fun for her to hang out with Timothee, Kenny and Jacob.”

The dynamic between the two sisters may have also influenced the situation.

Source: “Even though Kylie is younger than her sister, she is the real leader between the two. She has dominant Leo energies for sure, whereas her sister is more relaxed,” the source added.

With the support and persistence from those closest to her, what began as a friendship between Kendall Jenner & Elordi slowly transformed into more.

Private Moments and Early Dates behind Closed Doors

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Although the relationship was only recently made public, it seems that much of it took place in private settings.

Early dates were reportedly held at Kendall Jenner’s Beverly Hills residence, which provided a comfortable and low key environment for the couple to connect.

“Kenny’s house is where the parties are, there’s a lot going on there, so they got close to each other,” revealed the source.

During these gatherings, things seemed to click between them.

The insider said that the turning point was simply: “And Kenny discovered she just clicked with Jacob… There was chemistry.”

The quieter moments allowed them to develop their relationship naturally, without the intense scrutiny that surrounds high-profile relationships.

Public Sightings Fuel Growing Buzz About Relationship

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Recent appearances have made their romance harder to ignore.

Multiple sources have reported that the pair were seen together in an intimate setting at Coachella.

Insiders at Deuxmoi claim that they were “making out and all over one another” during the Justin Bieber After Party, indicating a level comfort that indicated their relationship had already been established.

Their history goes back even further. Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi first appeared in the same circles many years ago. This included a 2022 Paris outing with Dominic Fike and Luka Sabat.

The two also attended the same Bottega Veneta fashion show in 2024 but kept their distance.

The two were photographed at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in March in what appeared to a close one-on-one discussion.

As their relationship continues in the public eye, past connections and sightings of them are now being reexamined with a new perspective.

Kendall Jenner and Elordi have a history of dating high-profile people like Devin Booker and Ben Simmons.

The Kendall Jenner Has Been Dating Jacob Elordi for Months first appeared on The Blast

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Karol G continues her partnership with Reebok. The Latin singer, who announced her partnership with the sneaker company back in January 2026 wore a pair custom Reebok shoes at Coachella’s mainstage in April this year. Karol G performed “El Barco” in her final performance wearing what she calls her favorite Reebok design, but with a twist.

Karol G Wore Custom Reebok Sneakers During Her Coachella Performance In April 2026

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According to a release sent to The Blast by Karol G (real name Carolina Giraldo Navarro), she finished her Coachella set in a pair of custom Reebok boots on April 19. The metallic silver pair is inspired by Reebok’s Freestyle Hi and features a Hi Top silhouette that pays tribute to the ’80s classic.

Karol G’s Freestyle Hi’s were designed in collaboration with The Shoe Surgeon. The Shoe Surgeon is a Los Angeles-based designer who has worked with NFL star Odell Beckham Jr.

Watch Karol G perform here.

Karol G signed with the company earlier this year

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Complex published an article about Karol G’s partnership at the Boston-based footwear company in the beginning of the year. In an interview with Complex, the singer opened up about what it’s like to work with a shoe company she has long admired.

“Wearing Reeboks was a big thing at school, and especially this Classic model. It was like having a pair of Reeboks. I remember dreaming of them, imagining what it would be like to finally wear and show them off,” said she.

Karol G says that her partnership with Reebok involves more than just shoes. It’s about culture, evolution, and storytelling,” Karol G continued. The deal is “rooted” in style, music, and movement. I’m thrilled to have Reebok with me for some major moments of the year ahead.

Why Karol G has such a passion for freestyle his

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Karol G’s Coachella shoes reflect her love of the original design. In an interview with Complex magazine, the 35-year old called the Freestyle His shoe a “classic”, highlighting how they can be worn with anything.

Karol G also said that wearing the high-tops brings back childhood memories. “I’ve worn them a lot recently, and it’s wonderful how many people come to me and tell me that seeing these shoes brings back special memories for them. She said, “That connection means a great deal to me.”

Angel Reese isn’t the only big name working with Reebok…

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Reebok is announcing a strategic push to reestablish its dominance in the market by partnering up with high-profile personalities including WNBA star Angel Reese.

The Blast reported that Reebok started working with her during her college years. During her first year of the league, she was given her own signature shoe.

“So many different shoes companies wanted to collaborate with me.” “But I chose Reebok,” said she. “What was it with Reebok?” One, Reebok doesn’t have a woman’s basketball player as a face. “I wanted to be this.”

Reese added that having control over her brand is essential.

“Three, I like that they’re rebranding and letting me be in charge of everything I want to create. I’m releasing my own shoe line, and merch that has my name on it. You like what I wear, how I dress, and my style. “I wanted to incorporate it into Reebok,” added she.

Who else is partnering with Reebok?

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Reese’s not the only athlete Reebok has on its roster. The company announced its new deal last week with Arkansas Razorback basketball star Darius Acuff Jr. The baller is the first college athlete to receive his own signature shoe and the first male basketball player to own a Reebok shoe after John Wall.

Reebok announced its partnership on April 15 with 6’7″ All-American Lauren Betts, a UCLA grad and highly decorated athlete. “… Betts is a dominant interior player, and she’s ready to bring the same impact to pro football,” a spokesperson for Reebok told The Blast. The Blast first published The Karol G Takes Coachella Stage in Custom Reebok Sneakers by The Shoe Surgeon.

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Blake Lively’s and Justin Baldoni’s legal battle is still going on, but some fans think the real turning point already happened.

As the case unfolds on social media, users have begun to map out a timeline, pointing at a specific time in 2024 that they believe marked the start of her fallout from Hollywood. Lively appears unfazed by the reports that she was told to settle.

Her husband, Ryan Reynolds has also entered the conversation. There have been increasing speculations about how involved he might be behind the scenes. However, insiders insist he is standing firmly at her side.

New Texts Reveal Hollywood executive said Lively “Is done for”

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The revelation of Lively’s unsealed texts has added another layer to the scrutiny that surrounds her Hollywood status.

The actress’s brand, once regarded as bankable after the success of “Gossip Girl,” has suffered in recent years due to the sustained media attention she has received and her ongoing legal dispute with her “It Ends with Us”, co-star.

Fans are now pointing to the date August 21, 2024 as a pivotal moment. Sanford Panitch (President of Sony Pictures Entertainment) allegedly called the actress “un-hirable,” and said she would “never again work.”

Another party in the same exchange suggested that Lively could recover by “apologizing to that reporter.” Panitch, however, reportedly doubled-down, saying she was “done for” and that she would have avoided the situation if she had “protected her show.”

Blake Lively’s case is re-framed after key rulings

Lively’s legal fight has also suffered a major setback in recent weeks.

The actress filed a complaint of sexual harassment against Baldoni back in December, accusing the actor of orchestrating a smear to damage her reputation. The actor denied these allegations and filed a countersuit against Lively and her husband Reynolds as well as their publicist Leslie Sloane.

Baldoni’s lawsuit claimed that the three had worked together to undermine Baldoni and take control over the film. The court dismissed the countersuit.

Lively’s case has been narrowed down significantly. Judge Lewis Liman dismissed 10 of her 13 claims including sexual harassment and libel. The ruling leaves only three claims in play: breach of contract, retaliation and aiding and abetining retaliation.

Industry Insider Claims Lawsuit “Ruined” Lively’s Status

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Lively is also facing harsh criticism within the industry.

According to the Daily Mail a Disney executive claimed this month that the actress’s lawsuit had effectively ruined her standing in Hollywood. He said that studios might be reluctant to continue working with her.

The insider who allegedly worked for Lively told the outlet that “this lawsuit has ruined her” in Hollywood.

The source went on to say that the actress has a long-standing reputation as being “difficult” and described her as “one those toxic people who thinks they know best.”

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Lively, despite the situation, has stated that she is not willing to settle. She said in an Instagram post that she is looking forward to proving her claim in court. The trial is scheduled to begin in New York on May 18.

Her attorney Sigrid Mccawley wrote in a written statement that the actress of “A Simple Favor”, looks forward to “testifying and continuing to shine a bright light on this vicious online retaliation to make it easier to detect and combat.”

She said, “This case will always be and remain focused on the devastating revenge and the extraordinary measures the defendants took in order to destroy Blake Lively’s reputation because she stood for safety on set. That is the case going to trial.”

Ryan Reynolds Praises Blake Lively for Her ‘Integrity”

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Reynolds publicly stands by his wife despite the scrutiny.

Willie Geist, the host of Sunday Sitdown Live asked the actor how he and Lively were coping with the fallout.

“You can see the illusion in so much of it, digital life versus the real world,” Deadpool replied before praising Lively.

“People don’t know what is going on,” he added. “I have never been prouder of someone in my entire life. They bring such integrity to everything they do.” The The Day Blake Lively “Lost” Hollywood first appeared on The Blast