Joey Lawrence’s New Romance Sparks Divorce Drama

Joey Lawrence's marriage to Samantha Cope ended amid rumours of a new romance with his co-star, Melina Alves

In a dramatic twist, sources close to the former couple revealed to PEOPLE that Lawrence and Cope’s split was fuelled by Lawrence’s alleged new romance with Melina Alves, a writer and co-star on his upcoming holiday film, Socked in for Christmas.

“Joey met Melina Alves on set, where she was a producer,” the insider dished. “He love-bombed her just like he did with Samantha. Even after Samantha discovered the affair and confronted him, Joey continued to date Melina.”

The source further claimed to PEOPLE, “He had reached his limit defending his kids, his mom, and his family to Samantha. Joey is relieved the marriage is over because he can finally breathe.”

“Now, he can be himself,” the source added. “He’s taking the time to make up for all the lost moments with his children.”

In a shocking turn of events, Joey Lawrence’s marriage to Samantha Cope has come to an end, and the reason behind it is causing quite a stir. According to sources close to the former couple, Lawrence’s alleged new romance with Melina Alves, a writer and co-star on his upcoming holiday film, Socked in for Christmas, played a significant role in the split.

“Joey met Melina Alves on set, where she was a producer,” the insider dished. “He love-bombed her just like he did with Samantha. Even after Samantha discovered the affair and confronted him, Joey continued to date Melina.”

The source further claimed, “He had reached his limit defending his kids, his mom, and his family to Samantha. Joey is relieved the marriage is over because he can finally breathe.”

“Now, he can be himself,” the source added. “He’s taking the time to make up for all the lost moments with his children.”

This revelation has added a new layer of drama to the already tumultuous relationship between Lawrence and Cope. The couple, who tied the knot in May 2022 after meeting on the set of Lifetime’s My Husband’s Secret Brother, seemed to have a fairy-tale romance. However, the reality behind the scenes was far from perfect.

As Lawrence navigates this new chapter of his life, he is reportedly focusing on rebuilding his relationship with his children and finding a sense of normalcy. The actor’s journey through this personal upheaval is a reminder that even in Hollywood, real-life drama can be just as compelling as the stories on screen.