‘You Got This’: Joey Lawrence’s Ex-Wife Samantha Cope Breaks Silence Amid Divorce Filing

As a dedicated follower, I’ve been following Samantha Cope’s journey with great empathy and admiration. Her recent Instagram post, filled with raw emotions and candid moments, is a testament to her strength and resilience. It’s heartbreaking to see someone go through such pain, but it’s also inspiring to witness how she’s choosing to handle it with grace and humor.


Samantha Cope, Joey Lawrence’s former spouse, has spoken out about their separation for the first time. In an emotional video posted on Instagram, Cope didn’t explicitly discuss the divorce but subtly referred to a difficult phase in her life recently. The announcement of Lawrence’s extramarital relationship with Melina Alves, which caused a stir in the media, seems to have led to their decision to part ways.

Joey Lawrence’s Ex-Wife Samantha Cope addresses her split 

On August 20th, it was confirmed that Joey Lawrence and Samantha Cope have chosen to part ways. They initially crossed paths during the filming of Lifetime’s My Husband’s Secret Brother back in 2021, and they got married in May 2022. The couple was blessed with a daughter, Dylan Rose, on January 16, 2023.

Everything appeared smooth sailing until it became public that Lawrence was involved in an extramarital affair with Melina Alves. This revelation compelled Cope to take action and eventually decide to part ways from the Gimme a Break! star. After news of their separation surfaced, Cope has now chosen to discuss this matter openly in her latest, honest video on Instagram.

In the video’s description, Cope shared that a close friend suggested she shouldn’t fear tears and let them fall freely because each tear helps alleviate inner pain, making it easier to heal. However, the message had an unexpectedly cheerful ending.

“A dear friend of mine recently shared with me, ‘Don’t fear tears; let them fall freely. For each tear is God tenderly releasing the pain and despair from your heart to pave the way for fresh, beautiful emotions to take hold.’ She also humorously added, ‘The more you cry, the less you need to urinate’. So go ahead and let it out. You’re strong enough.” – This version maintains the essence of the original message while using simpler language and a touch of humor.

The video we saw together showcased various joyful episodes of Cope, some of which involved her spending time with her daughter. Yet, these cheerful scenes were interspersed with poignant moments that predominantly occurred over the past few weeks. In the video, you’ll notice the actress shedding tears on her own, both indoors and outdoors.

Reflecting on your journey, it’s truly amazing to see how far you’ve progressed. You’ve bravely confronted your past struggles, and here you stand, victorious on the other side. I must admit, there were moments when I doubted, but today, looking at you, I am filled with awe. You embody resilience, my dear. Despite the hardships, you’ve managed to thrive, and for that, I am immensely proud of you.

Joey Lawrence’s affair with Brazilian actress, Melina Alves

It was quite a surprise when people learned about Joey Lawrence possibly dating Brazilian actress Melina Alves, as this relationship led to divorces for both Lawrence and Alves. According to Page Six, Rider, Alves’ ex-husband, also filed for divorce, alleging that she had been unfaithful with Lawrence. In the filing, Rider stated that he discovered the infidelity as early as March.

According to the information obtained from PEOPLE, Lawrence apparently met Alves while working together on their upcoming holiday film titled “Socked in for Christmas.” It’s said that he developed strong feelings for her, much like how he had felt for Samantha before. Despite Samantha learning about this and addressing it with him, Joey continued to pursue a relationship with Melina. This is the account provided by the source.

According to reports, the source also mentioned that after Samantha requested couples therapy, Lawrence deceitfully manipulated their therapist and would prepare for dates with Melina while Sam watched in tears. Court documents indicate that Samantha filed for divorce citing “irreconcilable differences” as the main reason. She additionally noted June 7, 2024, as the day they separated.

Samantha Cope aims for full custody of her daughter Dylan Rose, while allowing Lawrence visitation rights that would be at Samantha’s discretion. Despite the challenges she is currently facing, her latest Instagram video indicates a hopeful perspective as she works to leave her past behind and build a new future for herself.

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2024-08-25 16:11