Discover the heartfelt journey of former married couple Jennie Garth and Peter Facinelli as they delve into their past, their struggles, and their journey towards amicable co-parenting.
- Jun 6, 2024
AceShowbiz - Ex-spouses Jennie Garth and Peter Facinelli have come together to open up like never before, discussing the highs and lows of their 12-year marriage and subsequent divorce in an emotional episode of Garth's podcast, "I Choose Me With Jennie Garth". Marking their first public discussion since their split in 2012, the pair delved deep into the complexities that shaped their relationship and the challenges of co-parenting.
Garth and Facinelli's whirlwind romance began in the late '90s, leading to marriage in 2001 following their meeting on the set of "Unfinished Affair". Reflecting on the early days, Facinelli admitted, "We came together very fast, very furious, and very quick. … It was almost like an arranged marriage in a way."
Yet, he noted that their young ages and different life stages played a significant role in their eventual separation. "I didn't have a sense of who I was," he confessed, revealing that his personal identity crisis contributed to the dissolution of their marriage.
Their candid conversation also touched on the heart-wrenching decision to divorce, a choice Facinelli described as incredibly difficult. "It broke my heart to break up a family," he said, emphasizing the internal conflict he faced. Garth echoed this sentiment, shedding light on the emotional toll it took on both of them.
Co-parenting their three daughters - Luca, 26, Lola, 21, and Fiona, 17 - proved to be a formidable challenge initially. Both Garth and Facinelli admitted to struggling with communication, often resorting to text messages to convey their points. "We wasted so much time trying to prove our points to one another," Garth acknowledged.
However, the pair ultimately navigated these tumultuous waters to establish a strong co-parenting dynamic. Facinelli highlighted the importance of showing their children unity, stating, "If you and I could work together, and they saw that there was still love there..."
Today, both Garth and Facinelli have found happiness in their respective relationships. Garth married Dave Abrams in 2015 while Facinelli is engaged to Lily Anne Harrison, with whom he welcomed a baby boy in September 2022. Despite their past, the exes now share mutual respect and gratitude for the personal growth sparked by their separation.
"I have the space within my heart now to find all those areas of respect for you and your decision," Garth said to Facinelli. Their commitment to co-parenting extends to spending time together at their daughters' events, where they present a united family front.
Their story is a testament to resilience, personal growth, and the power of focusing on what truly matters - the well-being and happiness of their children.
