In a surprising turn of events, renowned actor Ioan Gruffudd, 50, has announced his engagement to girlfriend Bianca Wallace, 31, marking a joyful milestone after a tumultuous divorce from ex-wife Alice Evans. The couple shared the exciting news with their fans on Saturday, with Wallace taking to Instagram to express their joy, captioning a photo of the duo post-kiss, “The most precious thing happened… ❤️💍.”
Gruffudd and Wallace made their relationship public in October 2021, just seven months after Gruffudd initiated divorce proceedings with his ex-wife, Evans, 55. The divorce, which has been described as messy and filled with accusations, unfolded over nearly three years, creating public interest and speculation.
The “Fantastic Four” star’s journey to happiness with Wallace was not without its challenges. Hours after the couple’s public announcement, Evans made shocking allegations on social media, accusing Gruffudd of maintaining a three-year-long affair with her former friend. In a dramatic turn, Evans expressed her surprise and wished luck to the newly engaged couple, adding a layer of intrigue to the unfolding narrative.
Before the public revelation of their relationship, Evans had accused Gruffudd of abruptly leaving their family. In a now-deleted tweet, she lamented, “Sad news. My beloved husband/soulmate of 20 years, Ioan Gruffudd, has announced he is to leave his family, starting next week.” The actress went on to share her confusion and sadness, citing lack of explanation except that he “no longer loves” her.
The divorce proceedings took an ugly turn when Gruffudd filed a restraining order against Evans in February 2022, alleging threats to “make false public accusations” against him and to “destroy his career” if he left her. The legal documents also detailed allegations of threats to call the police, false accusations of drug addiction, and the creation of a fake diary to tarnish Gruffudd‘s reputation.
Despite a legal victory for Gruffudd with the granting of a three-year restraining order, the divorce process continued to be contentious. The former couple was officially declared legally divorced in July 2023, but as of now, they have not reached a settlement.
Ioan Gruffudd Troubled Relationship with Children Amidst
Adding another layer to the complex narrative, Gruffudd’s relationship with Wallace faced resistance from his own children. In June 2023, Gruffudd’s eldest daughter filed a restraining order against him, accusing him of abuse and claiming he slammed a door on her head during an argument. The request for a restraining order was denied, highlighting the complexity of the family dynamics.
Alice Evans Finds Love Again
Meanwhile, Evans seems to have moved on from the drama, declaring her love in August 2023 but choosing to keep her partner’s identity private. She shared, “I am SO in love right now and cannot believe I only felt this level of intense love at 55,” signaling a positive turn in her personal life after the highly publicized divorce.
As Ioan Gruffudd and Bianca Wallace embark on their journey towards marital bliss, the shadows of the past continue to cast a complex web over Gruffudd’s personal life. Fans and followers await further developments as this Hollywood tale unfolds with unexpected twists and turns.
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