Dancing with the Stars

Nikki Bella is tapping out when it comes to her marriage ... because she just filed to divorce Artem Chigvintsev ... only weeks after he was arrested for domestic violence.

The retired WWE star beelined it to court Wednesday and filed for divorce after 2 years of marriage ... according to online records.

The divorce filing comes nearly 2 weeks after Artem was arrested Aug. 29 for felony corporal injury to spouse or cohabitant for allegedly attacking Nikki -- resulting in a visible injury that triggered his arrest.

Dwight Howard hasn't fully committed to retirement from the NBA, but there is one sport we'll never see him in again -- as he tells TMZ Sports his wrestling dreams are over ... and it's all thanks to Ric Flair!!

We caught up with the former Lakers center out in L.A. this week ... and as he gets ready to enter into the world of tangos and waltzes on this season of "Dancing With The Stars" -- we just had to ask how his WWE aspirations were going.

You'll recall, back in 2022, he actually tried out for the org. ... and one of the promos he cut went so viral -- many expected him to enter the biz when his hooping career officially finishes.

Anna Delvey is going off on Whoopi Goldberg and the other cohosts of "The View" ... telling them to get their story straight after the TV host blasted the controversial socialite for being cast on this season of "Dancing with the Stars."

A source close to Anna tells TMZ ... Anna did her time behind bars, spent 3 years under house arrest, and paid restitution.

A 2022 email from a senior attorney with the New York State government, seen by TMZ, confirms she has repaid her victims in full ... and her case was closed as of Thursday, March 10, 2022.

Artem Chigvintsev's domestic violence arrest is moving along ... 'cause the Napa County Sheriff just turned the case over to the D.A. -- and, formal charges could be coming.

Napa County D.A. Spokesperson Carlos Villatoro tells TMZ ... their office is currently reviewing the case, and no decision has been made yet on charges the pro dancer may face.

We're told the D.A. will make a decision after a thorough review of the case and will then make a public announcement.

Nikki Bella was seen for the first time since Artem Chigvintsev's domestic violence arrest ... and her bare ring finger speaks volumes about the state of their marriage.

The former WWE star was just spotted in Oakland, boarding a private plane with a gal pal ... likely headed to Las Vegas where she'll be cohosting Netflix's live hotdog eating competition, "Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: Unfinished Beef" Monday.

Bella hopped on the plane with a big grin, hat pulled low over her eyes ... but, obviously, everyone's looking at her finger -- 'cause she's ditched her wedding ring after a tumultuous week.

Smooshed inside this squiggly star is one smokin' hot birthday girl here to make all your wishes come true! Put your celeb knowledge to the test and see if you can guess the mashed-up celeb!

This gal is a triple threat: she can swag it out when she sings, she can dance like there's no tomorrow -- which she demonstrated on "Dancing With The Stars" -- and she can swing the heck out of a tennis racket ... or at least she made viewers believe so in the movie "Challengers".

The radio dispatch from the Artem Chigvintsev domestic violence case reveals ... he did indeed call 911 to request medical assistance, but then added his wife, Nikki Bella, had thrown shoes at him.

TMZ has obtained the dispatch call, in which the dispatcher says, "Initially came in as requesting medical, but now he is stating he got into an argument with his wife and his wife threw shoes at rp [reporting party]."

The dispatcher notes, "There is a child on scene. Medical en route," adding, "There's an active 415 [disturbing the peace] in the background responsible."

Nikki Bella admitted she and Artem Chigvintsev struggled with communicating ... saying back in 2021 she and her husband went to couples therapy because of how he spoke to her.

The former WWE star opened up about jumping on the therapist's couch with the pro dancer during an episode of Kaitlyn Bristowe's podcast "Off the Vine" back in 2021 ... after Bristowe revealed she didn't know if Artem liked her on "Dancing with the Stars."

Kaitlyn won 'DWTS' alongside Artem in 2020 -- but she says she didn't know how Artem felt about her because of the way he spoke to her ... and Nikki details a similar experience, saying she nearly quit because of his demeanor.

8:25 AM PT -- Nikki Bella's rep tells TMZ, "This is a private matter, and Nikki asks for privacy for her and her family at this time."

Artem Chigvintsev -- now accused of felony domestic violence -- himself called 911 after he allegedly battered someone in his home ... and minutes later he called back and told 911 never mind ... TMZ has learned.

As TMZ reported, Artem was arrested Thursday morning in Napa, California, where he lives with his wife, Nikki Garcia (aka Nikki Bella).

3:01 PM PT -- According to county records, Artem Chigvintsev was released at 2:18 PM PT.

We now know how the alarm was sounded when someone at Artem Chigvintsev's home called 911.

Sources connected to the investigation tell TMZ ... a call came in around 8:30 AM, reporting a "medical emergency" at the home. It's unclear who made the call.

Stephen Nedoroscik is trading in the pommel horse for the dance floor ... the bronze medalist was just announced as one of the contestants on the upcoming season of Dancing with the Stars!

The U.S. gymnast appeared on Good Morning America to make things official ... where he was introduced while doing a version of a pommel horse routine, and by the looks of it, he hasn't missed a beat since his medal-winning performance!

The 25-year-old won't be the first Olympic gymnast to appear on the show ... Suni Lee, Simone Biles, Shawn Johnson and Aly Raisman have all appeared on the dancing competition in the past.

Before this blonde dapper boy from Salt Lake City, Utah turned into a big Hollywood star, he was just throwing on his blazer and slacks, hitting the ballroom and having a dance off with his lil' sis.

Before he made a name for himself jiving in the ballroom and showin' off his moves, he spent his younger years studying and dancing in London. Yes, he can groove, but he's also written a New York Times Best Selling book.

The tables turned when he entered as a judge on "World of Dance" with Jennifer Lopez and Ne-Yo.

Mauricio Umansky's clearly back in the dating pool, locking lips with a mystery woman while overseas -- and, it kinda seals the deal ... it's definitely over with Kyle Richards.

The real estate mogul touched down in Mykonos, Greece Tuesday ... where he was photographed hopping off a plane and collapsing into the arms of a hot blonde wearing a sheer cover-up over a dark bikini ... whom he embraced with a passionate hug and kiss.

The two are completely wrapped up in each other's bodies, and like we said -- they shared a smooch too ... suggesting they're a romantic item. This definitely ain't some stranger either.

Kim Kardashian is looking back at her wild antics at sister Khloe's 40th birthday bash ... and has to admit she completely forgot one memorable part of the evening.

The SKIMS founder posted some very revealing clips from the party ... where she hit the dance floor with Britney Spears' pal and manager Cade Hudson. Kim put her dance moves on display ... watch the video, as Cade lifted and flipped her on more than one occasion.

Kim told her followers she has "no recollection" of the animated dancing -- it was just that kinda party -- though she was impressed by her skills. Kim, who finished 11th on "Dancing With the Stars" in 2008, joked she might have done better if she had a couple shots before competing.

Hold on tight! There's a hot Hollywood couple on the loose ... well not really, they're just enjoying some solo time while vacaying in The Bahamas, but can you guess which handsy duo shared this PDA pic?

Cheryl Burke is turning 40, but is planning a party by herself and for herself -- the reason being, according to her, is that her good pals don't give a rip ... and she's salty about it.

The "Dancing With the Stars" alum threw up a TikTok this week that touched on her throwing birthday bash for herself -- where she notes that her original plans to hit Vegas to ring in the big 4-0 changed ... and now, she's gonna get something together a little closer to home.

As Cheryl details everything she's doing to put the shindig together -- including renting a yacht, hiring a balloon person, etc. -- she eventually kinda slams her friend group.