In the 18 months since Roger Mathews and Jenni Farley separated, the former couple has been repeatedly put through the wringer by the tabloid media.
It was initially reported that the split was amicable, and fans were heartbroken by videos Mathews posted in which he implored his wife to give their marriage a second chance.
Alas, that was not to be, and the divorce eventually got ugly — as divorces tend to.
These days, both parties have moved on — Jenni with Zach Carpinello, Roger with new girlfriend Danielle Miel — and both have set aside their differences in favor of making their children’s happiness their top priority.
So Mathews’ exclusive comments to The Hollywood Gossip can be considered a sort of closing statement on the topic of his divorce.
And even those who have been following the story closely might be surprised by what he has to say.
Take a look:
1. Surprise Ending
Back in 2018, fans were stunned by the news that Jersey Shore’s most beloved couple had separated. These days, Jenni Farley and Roger Mathews’ divorce is finalized, but the exes are still bound together by their shared love for their children.
2. Pleading His Case
In a series of heartfelt Instagram videos, Mathews admitted wrongdoing and urged his ex to give their marriage a second chance.
3. A Vicious Cycle
It was not to be, however, and as the split became messier, it garnered more media attention, which in turn, led to more ugliness between Jenni and Roger.
4. What Really Matters
These days, the dust has mostly settled, and Jenni and Roger have moved on to new relationships, as well as a renewed focus on the health and happiness of their two children.
5. Clearing the Air
In an exclusive new interview with The Hollywood Gossip, Mathews spoke out about the divorce, the tremendous toll it took on his mental health, and the various ways in which he feels he was unfairly portrayed in the media.
6. Hard Times
Asked what specifically caused his mental health to take a turn for the worse following his divorce, Roger told us, “My family life drastically changed and it being played out publicly with much negativity.”
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