"Marriage Crisis: Teddi Mellencamp's Divorce Following Infidelity and Custody Battle Rumors"
Teddi Mellencamp's marriage to Edwin Arroyave faced turmoil due to his alleged affair with a woman named Missy between 2015 and 2016. Mellencamp discovered the affair during her audition for "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" in March 2016. Following this revelation, they nearly divorced but chose to work on their marriage. Recently, Mellencamp filed for divorce after her own affair with horse trainer Simon Schroeder came to light. She seeks primary custody of their three children while Arroyave has requested joint custody.
Teddi Mellencamp and Edwin Arroyave's separation has recently come under scrutiny, revealing that Arroyave allegedly had an affair with a woman named Missy during their 13-year marriage. Multiple sources have confirmed details surrounding the timeline and implications of this relationship.
Details of the Alleged Affair
Sources indicate that Edwin Arroyave, 47, began a romantic relationship with Missy between 2015 and 2016, with the duration of the affair estimated to be "at least a year" according to one insider, while another believes it spanned closer to "six months." The first source characterized Missy as Mellencamp's "best friend," but a contrasting account suggests that the two women only interacted a handful of times. The affair came to light for Mellencamp, 43, in March 2016, coinciding with her auditions for Season 8 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
Challenges in Marriage and Commitment
Mellencamp previously acknowledged that she and Arroyave nearly ended their marriage that same year. One source revealed that Arroyave was prepared to leave Mellencamp when she discovered the affair, but she sought to reconcile. Following this revelation, Arroyave purportedly committed to Mellencamp, vowing to "close that chapter" of his life. Despite his infidelity, the second source claims that this experience prompted significant personal reflection, leading to a renewed emphasis on family and faith.
Ongoing Speculations and Current Status
While Mellencamp remains uncertain about the extent of Arroyave's unfaithfulness, there are conflicting viewpoints regarding the aftermath. The second source insists that Arroyave has not repeated his past behavior. Representatives for both parties declined to comment on the situation. Notably, this disclosure of Arroyave's affair surfaced just a day after reports confirmed Mellencamp's own involvement with her married horse trainer, Simon Schroeder, which ultimately led to her filing for divorce.
Divorce Proceedings and Custody Requests
The source explains that Mellencamp's relationship with Schroeder reportedly began in May while his wife was in California. Upon returning to Los Angeles, Postel allegedly discovered concerning messages between her husband and Mellencamp, leading to a public confrontation. Both women were reportedly aware of their partners' indiscretions, with Mellencamp assuring that it would not happen again. However, the situation escalated when Postel learned that the relationship had not only persisted but had taken on emotional dimensions. Following this, Mellencamp officially announced her divorce via Instagram, seeking primary custody of their three children while Arroyave requested joint custody. In the face of the separation, Arroyave has hinted at his struggles through cryptic social media posts.
