Shortly after it was announced that the charges against him have been dropped, the professional dancer said he was feeling "incredibly relieved and grateful."
Artem Chigvintsev's domestic violence charges have been dropped. MEGA
"This has been an extremely difficult time for me. I am thankful that the truth has prevailed," he added in his Wednesday, September 25, statement.
Chigvintsev, who shares 4-year-old son Matteo with soon-to-be ex-wife Nikki Garcia , 40, said that his "focus has always been and will always be" on his child.
Artem Chigvintsev and Nikki Garcia got married in 2022. MEGA
"He is my world, and being his father is the greatest blessing in my life," he continued. "All along, my main concern has been for him. I am committed to continuing to provide him with the love, support, and care he needs as we move forward. I am hopeful that securing an equal custody arrangement will help us move on."
The dancer, 42, also expressed his "deepest gratitude" to his family, friends and his lawyers for "standing by me during this challenging time ." He called their support "invaluable" and said he was thankful for everyone who "saw the truth for what it was."
"I look forward to moving past this chapter and focusing on what truly matters — continue being the best father I can be," Chigvintsev concluded.
Artem Chigvintsev and Nikki Garcia share one child together. MEGA
As OK! previously reported, Garcia filed to end her two-year marriage to Chigvintsev on September 11, only two weeks after celebrating their wedding anniversary.
A source spilled "there's no going back" for the estranged spouses.
Brie Garcia said her twin sister, Nikki, 'sees the support' amid her split from Artem Chigvintsev. MEGA
During a recent installment of their "Nikki & Brie" podcast, Brie Garcia also hinted at Chigvintsev's arrest.
"Nikki isn’t here because, as you all know, she’s going through something personal in her life," the former WWE star said at the time. "She just asks for her privacy for her and her family, so we’re going to give that. But she sees all the support and love, and we’re always grateful for all of your love and support, so thank you all for that."
Brie said she expected her sister to return to the show soon, but noted she was focused on taking care of her son during the stressful situation.
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Knew this wouldn’t work when she took total and complete control of when and where a wedding was going to take place. Did he even propose or did she just decide?
OG Philly Girl
1d ago
You know what's wrong with these celebrity couples. They manipulate everything that is said or done. Both wanting everyone to believe them. Guess what .. we believe the child. That's who we worry about. You two grown ass idiots want to fight , go for it but don't ever do that on front of your child again. That's bad parenting and poor self control . Child doesn't deserve to have to watch that. How pathetic.
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