Actor and Wife Celebrate Pregnancy After Overcoming Past Marital Challenges
Actor Joey Lawrence and his wife, Samantha Cope, have announced that they are expecting their second child together. This joyful news arrives after the couple successfully navigated a brief separation last year.
Celebrating Pregnancy After Marital Challenges
The announcement was made on the red carpet prior to the November 11 episode of “Dancing With the Stars.” During this event, Lawrence discussed their matching outfits with “Entertainment Tonight” and pointed out Cope’s growing baby bump, humorously stating, “Nothing is planned, not even this.”
The couple is anticipating the arrival of a baby boy, which will be Lawrence’s first son. Previously, he has two daughters from his former marriage to Chandie Yawn-Nelson. In addition, he shares a daughter with Cope.
Timeline of Their Relationship
- Initial Separation & Reconciliation: Cope filed for divorce in August 2024, citing irreconcilable differences.
- Reconciliation Date: The pair reconciled in December 2024.
- Pregnancy Announcement: The couple’s pregnancy was revealed nearly a year after their reunion.
The divorce filing occurred amid rumors of Lawrence’s alleged affair with Melina Alves, his co-star in “Socked in for Christmas.” Addressing these rumors, Lawrence posted on social media that he and Alves were only close friends, denying any physical relationship during the film’s production. He described their connection as one based on mutual understanding during challenging times.
The couple’s journey exemplifies resilience, highlighting their commitment to each other and their family as they embark on this new chapter of parenthood.
