Nikki Garcia Breaks Silence After Artem Chigvintsev Arrest, NHL Player Johnny Gaudreau Dies Tragically at 31, Leah Remini and Angelo Pagán Split After 21 Years of Marriage and More

From The LifeMinute.tv Team 

August 30, 2024

Nikki Garcia breaks silence after husband, Artem Chigvintsev's arrest for domestic violence
A statement made through Garcia’s rep states, “This is a private matter, and Nikki asks for privacy for her and her family at this time.” Just 3 days after the couple celebrated their second anniversary, Chigvintsev, who has appeared as a pro on 12 seasons of Dancing with the Stars, was arrested on Thursday, booked on a single charge of felony domestic violence according to the Napa County Sheriff’s Department. He was later released that same afternoon, after a bond was set at $25,000, without any formal charges being filed.

NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and brother Matthew die in New Jersey bike accident
Gaudreau, also known as "Hockey Johnny," played professionally in the NHL for 11 seasons, 9 with the Calgary Flames and 2 with the Columbus Blue Jackets. The 31-year-old NHL star was riding bikes with his 29-year-old brother Matthew when the two were struck by a suspected drunk driver who was trying to pass a slower vehicle ahead. The driver has since been taken into custody and is facing two counts of death by auto. The brothers were reportedly in town to celebrate their sister's wedding. Gaudreau is survived by his wife Meredith and two children, 1-year-old daughter Noa and 6-month-old son Johnny.

Actress Leah Remini and husband Angelo Pagán to file for divorce after 21 years of marriage
The couple revealed the news of their divorce in a joint Instagram post, writing "Yes, we’re sad, and we’ve got some figuring out to do as we continue to move forward into our new normal—together still in many ways, and apart in some new ones." Remini and Pagán first met back in 1996 and tied the knot 7 years later in 2003. Together they share 20-year-old daughter Sofia.

Yolanda Hadid reveals secret engagement to boyfriend Joseph Jingoli
Yolanda Hadid and Joseph Jingoli are officially going public with their engagement. Hadid confirmed the big news to People on Thursday, revealing that Jingoli popped the question during a trip to Holland two years ago. Despite the secrecy of their engagement, the couple has been open about their near 6-year-long relationship online, with Yolanda occasionally sharing photos of the two on social media.

Actor/Filmmaker Justin Theroux engaged to actress Nicole Brydon Bloom
The couple debuted their engagement on the Venice Film Festival red carpet at the premiere of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Bloom pairing her elegant white gown with a new sparkling diamond ring. Theroux reportedly got down on one knee during their trip to Italy, where they are currently visiting for the film’s premiere. While their relationship has remained mostly private, two first appeared together publicly in early 2023, and were later spotted kissing in October of the same year.

National Beach Day is celebrated today
August 30 is National Beach Day! With the Summer season winding down, celebrate the holiday by taking one last trip down the shore. Going to the beach promotes relaxation and is a great way to soak up some vitamin D from the Sun.

In today’s birthday news:
Investor Warren Buffett turns 94, actor Michael Chiklis 61, Rancid’s Lars Frederiksen 53, actress Cameron Diaz 52, singer Bebe Rexha 35.