'Secret Lives' star Jessi Draper, Jordan part ways

Jessi Draper and Jordan Ngatikaura are officially separating after five years of marriage.

Based on latest reports, Jordan admitted the decision was hard, but his priority remains their children, Jagger, 5, and Jovi, 3, and ensuring they feel supported and loved.

According to E! News, he also has a 13-year-old daughter, Peyton. “We’re approaching this change with thoughtfulness and respect,” he explained, asking for privacy as they adjusts to this change.

However, the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star hasn’t commented publicly on the divorce yet.

She did open up recently about the time she and Jordan spent in couples therapy after a year-long separation following an emotional affair.

“It was a chance for both of us to learn more about ourselves and how we act in a relationship,” she told People.

The couple has acknowledged mistakes on both sides. Jessi admitted, “I made poor choices, and he did too. It takes two to get to that point.” 

Jordan also took responsibility for his actions, saying, “I hurt Jessi while I was unhealed. I own that fully, and I’ve had to face it.”

Despite attempts to work through their issues, Jessi and Jordan have decided to end their marriage. They both stress putting their family first and wish to deal with this quietly and respectfully.