Actor Joey Lawrence and his estranged wife, Samantha Cope, have decided to give their marriage another try, months after Cope filed for divorce. Sources close to the couple revealed to TMZ that they have reconciled and plan to halt the divorce proceedings.
While the specific reasons and timeline for their reconciliation are not clear, the couple’s renewed connection is reportedly recent, with both showing signs of rekindling their relationship.
On Wednesday night, Lawrence hinted at their reunion with a heartfelt Instagram post. Sharing a picture of the couple, he expressed his gratitude, saying he was “galaxies beyond thankful.” Cope responded in the comments with a heart emoji and wrote, “love you,” confirming the mended bond.
The news comes as a surprise, considering the dramatic nature of their separation. Less than four months ago, Cope filed for divorce after two years of marriage, seeking 100% physical custody of their daughter and requiring Lawrence’s visits to be approved by her.
The separation was further complicated by allegations that Lawrence had an affair with Melina Alves, the writer of his upcoming film Socked In for Christmas. Alves’ husband claimed in divorce papers that the affair began in March. Lawrence denied the accusations, explaining that his relationship with Alves was based on shared experiences, not physical intimacy.
In addition, Lawrence had previously accused Cope of not accepting his two children from a previous relationship, calling it a significant strain on their marriage, although he has since removed that post from his Instagram.
Despite the tumultuous public fallout, the couple appears determined to put their differences behind them and work on rebuilding their relationship. Fans of Lawrence and Cope will no doubt be watching as the couple starts a new chapter in their marriage.
