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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Teddi Mellencamp's Estranged Husband Makes Move In Divorce Court Amid Her Cancer Battle
Teddi Mellencamp's estranged husband, Edwin Arroyave, is taking legal steps to move their divorce along, even as she continues her battle with stage 2 melanoma. Arroyave previously shared that he is concerned about Mellencamp feeling alone and described how her diagnosis changed the dynamic of their relationship. Teddi Mellencamp filed for divorce from Edwin Arroyave in November 2024 after 13 years of marriage, and now his "reflexive" legal actions suggest a more determined shift toward separation. Arroyave took a major step forward in his divorce from Mellencamp, officially submitting his financial disclosures as the split moves through court. In legal documents filed on May 8, the 48-year-old told the court he has handed over his income and expense records, along with a list of assets, debts, community, and separate property. When Mellencamp filed for divorce in November 2024, Arroyave agreed that the relationship was over. However, he pushed back on the official date of separation and called for their prenuptial agreement to be enforced. According to In Touch, Arroyave requested that "all assets, income from all sources, and obligations of each party are his/her separate property, except as specifically set forth therein." He also stated that he may need to update his filings as more details about his separate assets become clear. On her end, Mellencamp haf submitted her initial financial disclosures to Arroyave back in February. In addition to handing over her financial disclosures, she requested primary legal and physical custody of their four children, offering him visitation rights. The star listed October 20, 2024, as the official separation date and cited "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for ending the 13-year marriage. Mellencamp also asked the court to grant her spousal support and prevent Arroyave from seeking any from her. That same month, Mellencamp revealed that doctors had discovered multiple tumors in her brain. "I have 3 more tumors in my brain and 2 tumors on my lungs. These are all a direct result of my melanoma," she explained. Despite the setbacks, she noted, "The doctors are hopeful that these additional mutations will be removed via immunotherapy … I am feeling positive and excited — that I will beat these tumors." Before their divorce took a more combative turn, Arroyave spoke openly about the emotional impact of Mellencamp's cancer diagnosis. In an episode of "The Eds" podcast, Arroyave detailed how he initially reacted when he learned of her condition. He said his first instinct was to make sure she felt supported and confident about her health outlook. As reported by The Blast, Arroyave described his approach as "reflexive," sharing that his priority was making sure Mellencamp did not feel isolated. He also said he focused on maintaining their relationship for the sake of their children and emphasized that taking care of her felt natural to him even during a painful time. "No matter what, I will always love Teddi," he said, highlighting his commitment to her. Despite their divorce, Arroyave said his split from Mellencamp brought a renewed closeness between them as she battled health issues. The TV personality shared that her cancer diagnosis shifted their focus entirely, pushing aside unresolved issues in favor of supporting her through treatment. In his words: "The first thing is just making sure that we take care of this first and all that other stuff. We'll see what happens with time. But for right now, it's just more of like, how do we take care of you? And how can we get you back to normal as fast as possible? That other stuff will figure itself out." Back in February, when Mellencamp underwent brain surgery to remove tumors, Arroyave stayed involved. He publicly thanked supporters on Instagram and said his ex was deeply grateful for the love and encouragement during her recovery. Despite dealing with their divorce process, another thing that had intensified was her cancer battle. Mellencamp shared that her cancer had advanced to stage 4, following a new wave of devastating news. The 43-year-old revealed in March that an emergency MRI had uncovered four more small tumors on her brain, pushing her melanoma into stage 4. Still, Mellencamp stayed determined. Last month, she spoke directly to her followers in an Instagram Stories video, thanking them for their continued support and sharing how she had been coping. She admitted that her emotions have fluctuated; some days she felt strong and hopeful, while others brought sadness and loneliness. Mellencamp said those ups and downs are part of what it means to face stage 4 cancer. As Teddi Mellencamp and Edwin Arroyave's divorce battle moves forward, it is clear that they are navigating both legal and emotional crossroads.
Fox News
06-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
'RHOBH' star Teddi Mellencamp says she's heartbroken by fan's comment that her cancer is terminal
Teddi Mellencamp shared her emotional reaction to a fan's comment about the reality star's likeliness of surviving her battle with cancer. "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" alum, 43, who was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer in February, revealed Wednesday that her doctors recently found four more tumors in her brain. Mellencamp previously shared that her melanoma had metastasized to her brain and lungs. On Thursday, Mellencamp posted a screenshot featuring a comment from a fan, which read, "This is so heartbreaking. Typically, stage four cancer is terminal especially with metastasis. Praying that Teddi heals and is an outlier." "These kind of comments make me really sad," the mother of three wrote on the post she shared on her Instagram Story. "I know people are trying to help but heart breaking for me to read," she continued. "Of course I know the chances but I truly believe with my whole heart I will beat this and watch my kids graduate." Mellencamp, who is the daughter of rock icon John Mellancamp, shares daughters Slate, 12, and Dove, 5, and son Cruz, 10, with her estranged husband Edwin Arroyave. In November, Mellencamp filed for divorce from Arroyave after 13 years of marriage. In her post, the TV personality went on to joke that she was also fighting to stay alive so that she could "vent" on her "The Two Ts in a Pod" podcast and "annoy my siblings by reminding everyone I am the favorite." During an interview with Us Weekly published on Tuesday, Mellencamp shared that doctors had discovered the additional tumors after she underwent emergency brain surgery last month. Mellencamp, who has been battling skin cancer since 2022, told the outlet that she was in the fight of her life. However, she said she is determined to remain positive for her family, friends and herself. "I'm fighting for my life," Mellencamp told the outlet. "But also for my family's life and all the people I love." In February, after medication became ineffective for her migraines and Mellencamp began feeling severe pain, she rushed to an emergency room with Arroyave. "The pain had become something I'd never felt before," she said. "They diagnosed me with multiple brain tumors, but the [ER doctor] says he can't take them out; they've got to get me into Cedars-Sinai [hospital]. "And I'm like, 'Can't you get me in tonight? I want to go tonight.' I had six brain tumors and two lung tumors; they all came from melanoma that metastasized into these tumors inside of my body." "I know people are trying to help but heart breaking for me to read." Her "RHOBH" co-star, Kyle Richards, made a few phone calls to get her into a hospital immediately. "Kyle saved the day," Mellencamp said. "I believe it was within 24 hours that an incredible surgeon was able to remove four tumors from my brain. I didn't know they had been there for six months to a year, and we had no idea." Mellencamp began radiation and immunotherapy treatment immediately after her surgery, which took a toll on her body. "I thought I was going to feel like how I felt after my neck lift," she said. "My reaction is always a headache, and I found out that's good news because it means that the immunotherapy or the radiation is killing your cancer." In a post on her Instagram Sory Wednesday, Mellencamp said after undergoing both radiation and immunotherapy the day before that she felt "so tired and run down, but I know it's going to get better again." "Something that everyone can keep in mind … I kind of thought that I'd already beaten it, and then, a couple days later, I found out I had four more tumors. So, there are so many different highs and lows, and yeah, but I've learned a lot." Mellencamp also shared that her famous father calls to check in on her every day. "Some days, I'm not in the mood. I don't want a pep talk," she said. "[I tell him], 'I'll talk to you tomorrow. I'll be more pep talk-ready, but I love you.'" Mellencamp said that John, who survived a heart attack when he was 36, has also given her advice on coping with her health struggles. "I remember his life completely changing," Mellencamp said of the "Jack & Diane" singer. "And some of the moments [when] I felt really scared, I was like, 'Hold on. I'm not changing everything about my life. I want more things. I want to keep building.' "But he's like, 'There are moments where you emotionally won't be able to control how you're feeling because of a certain medication or a certain whatever. And you have to give yourself some grace and know this isn't you sometimes. And that's OK.'"
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Yahoo
St. Pete man gets gun back after suspected thief responds to Facebook post
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — A man was reunited with his stolen firearm after the perpetrator saw a Facebook post about the missing firearm and messaged him directly. According to an affidavit, around 3:40 p.m. on Wednesday a black bag was stolen from a property located on 30th Avenue North. The man accused of stealing it, Roberth Alexander Arroyave, 44, allegedly took the black bag which was placed on a vehicle parked in the driveway of that address. The affidavit said that surveillance video captured Arroyave grabbing the bag and heading to his car. Arroyave later noticed a post on Facebook by the victim about the stolen bag which was carrying his firearm. Lakeland police focusing on distracted driving during national awareness month The affidavit said that after observing the post on Facebook, Arroyave messaged the victim informing him that he had taken the bag and the firearm. The bag and firearm were returned to the victim but, according to the affidavit, his ID's, credit, and debit cards were not returned. St. Petersburg police arrested Arroyave after identifying him based on his tattoos which were located on both arms and visible in the video. The St. Petersburg Police Department has charged him with grand theft and possession of a firearm by a felon. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Fox News
07-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
'Real Housewives' star Teddi Mellencamp's cancer has spread to her lungs
Teddi Mellencamp's doctors discovered more tumors in her body after she underwent emergency brain surgery last month. The "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star shared a health update on her social media as she announced that doctors had detected additional tumors. "Update from my scans today: I have multiple tumors in my brain that weren't able to be removed via surgery," she posted on Instagram. "I also have 2 tumors in my lung. These are all metastases of my melanoma." Mellencamp added that doctors are "hopeful that immunotherapy and radiation will effectively treat them." "I am feeling positive that I will win this battle, that I got this wig…and that I can remember all of Angelina's kids' names," she wrote, referring to Oscar-winning actress Angelina Jolie and her six kids she shares with Brad Pitt. Mellencamp, 43, concluded her post with "f*** off, cancer!" The reality star shared on her Instagram Stories that she is expected to begin her immunotherapy treatment on Tuesday. The daughter of John Mellencamp had been suffering from "severe and debilitating headaches" for weeks before her hospitalization on Feb. 11. "I am so grateful for the incredible surgeons, doctor, and nurses who made my surgery a success and my recovery process comfortable," she wrote in a statement shared with her 1.1 million Instagram followers. "In full transparency, more tumors were removed than expected: 4 in total. This fight is not over, but that round has been won," she wrote in part. Her latest diagnosis comes during her years-long battle with skin cancer. In September, Mellencamp shared that she underwent surgery for her 16th melanoma removal. At the time, she shared that the doctors, "Unfortunately … found a spot on my ear which is now being biopsied." The mom-of-three posted a mirror selfie with a visible bandage on her ear and showed the scars on her back. "Up to 60% of patients with advanced melanoma develop brain metastases during the course of their disease and the presence of brain metastases significantly worsens a patient's prognosis," according to the National Institute of Health. Meanwhile, her estranged husband shared a health update after she underwent brain tumor surgery in February. "All I will say right now is surgery went well. That said, l've never seen @teddimellencamp in so much pain. She's finally getting some needed rest. I know she is so grateful for the outpouring of love," Edwin Arroyave wrote on Instagram. Arroyave leaned on his faith as he stood by Mellencamp's side during the tumultuous time. He shared a prayer on social media alongside a picture next to the reality star in a hospital bed. Mellencamp had medical markings on her forehead and her head was shaved. "Jeremiah 17:14: Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved, for you are my praise," Arroyave wrote on Instagram. "Lord, I lift up @teddimellencamp to You. You are the Great Healer, and I ask for Your healing touch upon her body. Restore her strength, renew her spirit, and let her feel Your comforting presence. Grant her peace, hope, and full recovery. In Jesus' name, Amen." Mellencamp filed for divorce from Arroyave in November 2024 after 13 years of marriage, according to People.
Yahoo
02-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Teddi Mellencamp, 43, gives health update after undergoing surgery to remove brain tumors: ‘The fight is not over'
Teddi Mellencamp is giving an update on her health. After undergoing brain surgery last month to remove brain tumors, the former 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' star, 43, shared how she is doing on her Instagram on Friday. 'Staples out and ready for radiation,' Mellencamp wrote alongside a selfie of herself lying in bed, smiling with a shaved head. Her fellow housewives showed their support in the comments section, with BFF Kyle Richards writing, 'Gorgeous as ever,' while Dority Kemsley said, 'You look beautiful! Praying for you!' Celebrities from 'The Real Housewives of Orange County' chimed in as well, with 'RHOC's' Emily Simpson stating, 'Looking strong and beautiful,' while Gina Kirschenheiter quipped, 'So happy you're doing well teddy!! Keep crushing! you're so beautiful!' Mellencamp's sister Justice reposted the picture to he own Instagram Story that same day, gushing over her siblings, writing, 'Cancer, don't mess with a Mellencamp. @teddimellencamp is here to kick your ass. Love you so much!' A few days prior, Mellencamp told followers that 'in full transparency, more tumors were removed than expected: 4 in total.' 'This fight is not over, but that round has been won.' The podcast host thanked her medical team for making her 'surgery a success' and her 'recovery process comfortable.' 'As I move on to the next steps in my treatment, I just wanted to say thank you to everybody for the outpouring of love and prayers,' the reality star shared of her friends and family. 'I see them, and they're definitely helping me stay strong.' Mellencamp's updates came on the heels of her revealing her shocking diagnosis. 'For the last several weeks I've been dealing with severe and debilitating headaches. Yesterday the pain was unbearable and required hospitalization,' the daughter of singer John Mellencamp, 73, explained on Instagram in February. 'After a CT scan and MRI, doctors found multiple tumors on my brain, which they believe have been growing for at least 6 months,' Mellencamp continued. 'Two of the tumors will be surgically removed today – The remaining smaller tumors will be dealt with via radiation at a later date.' The wellness coach added that she is 'blessed to be surrounded by my children, family, friends, doctors, nurses and surgeons who are doing everything possible to get me back into better health.' 'Thank you to everybody who has reached out, and to everyone who has supported me along this journey,' she concluded. Mellencamp's estranged husband Edwin Arroyave has also been by her side, despite the pair separating in the fall of 2024. Arroyave, 47, and Mellencamp, who share three children: Slate, 12, Cruz, 10, and Dove, 5, have put divorce on the back burner for the time being. 'The divorce is not anyone's focus at the moment,' a source told US Weekly. 'Edwin wants to be there for Teddi and their family in any way they need.' A second insider shared that the exes 'are on good terms at this moment.' Arroyave has been by Mellencamp's side, writing on Instagram Feb. 17: 'Our family is thankful to everybody for your continued prayers and well wishes. Teddi is beyond grateful for the outpouring of love while she continues to recover,' In addition to brain tumors, Mellencamp has battled skin cancer over the years. 'It's #WorldCancerDay so I'd like to remind you to get your skin checks scheduled,' she captioned a picture of the scar on her back on Instagram on Feb. 4.
