Ioan Gruffudd's Ex-Wife Alice Evans Alleges 'Fraternizing' with Lawyer Amidst Custody Battle
The contentious legal battle between Ioan Gruffudd and his ex-wife Alice Evans escalates as Evans accuses Gruffudd of "fraternizing" with a female lawyer, Andrea Burkhart, during a recent court appearance. Evans's claims arise from her removal from the court due to photo-taking. She defends her actions and disputes Gruffudd’s allegations of harassment, while scrutinizing Burkhart's critical social media remarks about her. Court tensions heighten as both parties continue to fight over spousal and child support amidst ongoing custody disputes.
The ongoing custody and financial dispute between Ioan Gruffudd and Alice Evans has escalated following allegations from Evans claiming Gruffudd has been inappropriately interacting with a female lawyer during recent court proceedings in Los Angeles.
Alice Evans Accuses Ioan Gruffudd of Fraternizing
Alice Evans, 56, has recently made claims against her ex-husband Ioan Gruffudd, accusing him of 'fraternizing' with lawyer Andrea Burkhart. The allegations arose after Evans was temporarily removed from the courtroom on September 9 for allegedly taking photographs inside, which violates court rules. In her new court documents, Evans insists she was not photographing Gruffudd but rather Burkhart, whom she claims has been making disparaging remarks about her.
Online Posts Reveal Allegations of Defamation
Evans' filing includes a photograph of Burkhart outside the Los Angeles courthouse and highlights several social media posts from Burkhart that criticize her. One post from August 2024 stated that Evans provides false information regarding her financial situation, notably claiming she is 'penniless.' Burkhart has consistently expressed opinions that align with Gruffudd's stance in their ongoing disputes, raising questions about her involvement in their conflict.
Evans Denies Violating Court Orders
In response to Gruffudd's claims that she has been violating a court restraining order and harassing him on social media, Evans firmly denied these allegations. She acknowledged posting 'mean' messages during the tumultuous period following their separation but argued that her recent comments were merely reflections on her life and the legal proceedings.
Legal Proceedings and Temporary Support Arrangements
Evans has also contested Gruffudd's assertion that her request for a protective order in relation to her deposition was a tactic to delay proceedings. She expressed her willingness to cooperate with the deposition process while emphasizing the importance of maintaining her privacy. As the couple continues to navigate child support and financial disputes, a scheduled hearing on October 8 will address Evans’s request for a protective order.
Continuing Custody and Financial Disputes
Despite their formal divorce being finalized in July 2022, Gruffudd and Evans remain locked in a bitter battle regarding spousal and child support, as well as custody arrangements for their daughters, Ella and Elsie. Recent court agreements have established temporary support amounts, but tensions continue to escalate as both parties prepare for future hearings.
Background of the Gruffudd-Evans Relationship
Ioan Gruffudd and Alice Evans initially met over 20 years ago during the filming of 102 Dalmatians. They married in Mexico in 2007 but faced significant challenges leading to Gruffudd filing for divorce in March 2021, shortly after Evans publicly announced his decision to leave.
