Teddi Mellencamp Spends Quality Time With Horse Trainer Boyfriend Simon Schroeder Amid Her Divorce!
Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum Teddi Mellencamp was seen spending time with her horse trainer, Simon Schroeder, just over a month after announcing her divorce from Edwin Arroyave. The pair were spotted at her daughter Slate’s equestrian competition on Saturday, fueling ongoing speculation about their relationship following rumors of an alleged affair.
Outing at Equine Event
Teddi, 43, was photographed taking pictures of her 12-year-old daughter competing at an event in Thermal, California. Meanwhile, Simon was seen sitting on a fence nearby, watching the action unfold. The sighting comes amidst the fallout from Teddi’s divorce, which she announced in early November.
Teddi shared her daughter’s equestrian accomplishments on Instagram, posting videos of Slate navigating a challenging course. In one video, she wrote, “@slate_mellencamp_eq fought her way around in her biggest class she has ever done. #proudmom.” In another post, she captured Slate celebrating with her horse, who proudly sported a winning ribbon.
Teddi‘s Instagram Stories showcased the mother-daughter duo’s bond, with the Bravo alum expressing pride in her daughter’s achievements. The event seemed to be a positive and celebratory moment for the family, despite the personal challenges Teddi has recently faced.
Divorce Announcement and Alleged Affair
The sighting of Teddi with Simon comes just over a month after the reality star made the difficult decision to file for divorce from her husband, Edwin, 47.
On November 2, Teddi shared a statement with her followers, announcing the end of her 13-year marriage.
“After a great deal of care and consideration, I have made the difficult decision to file for divorce,” Teddi wrote in the statement. “My priority is my children and ensuring that every care is taken with their privacy and wellbeing throughout this new chapter.”
She added, “Making a public statement is not something I wanted to do, but in an effort to protect my family from undue speculation and rumors, I felt being open, honest and vulnerable was the best path forward.”
At the time of the announcement, Teddi did not specify the reasons for the divorce. However, less than two weeks later, sources began to reveal details about the breakdown of the marriage.
As reported, Teddi and Simon are engaged in a full-blown affair that went beyond professional ties, with insiders claiming that she had cheated on her husband several times with the horse trainer.
Affair Rumors and Counterclaims
Reportedly, Teddi’s affair with Simon played a significant role in her decision to end the marriage.
While Teddi has remained tight-lipped about the specifics of her personal life, the allegations against her have raised questions about the true cause of the divorce. In a twist, sources have also revealed that Edwin was not without fault in the relationship.
According to these sources, Edwin reportedly had a fling with a woman named Missy between 2015 and 2016, though this alleged affair was never publicly confirmed.
Taking Accountability
Three weeks after announcing her divorce, Teddi took to social media once again, this time to acknowledge her role in the breakdown of her marriage. “I’ve taken accountability for my part,” she wrote in a post, signaling a more reflective and open approach to the situation.
Despite the turmoil surrounding her personal life, Teddi continues to prioritize her children: son Cruz and daughters Slate and Dove, whom she shares with Edwin. The two married in 2011, and while their split has been contentious, Teddi has remained focused on her family’s wellbeing throughout the process.
In an effort to protect her children and their privacy, Teddi has kept most details about her divorce out of the public eye. However, with rumors swirling about her affair and the dynamics of her marriage, Teddi’s personal life remains a subject of intense interest for her fans and the public alike.
As of now, it remains unclear what the future holds for Teddi and her relationship with Simon But one thing is certain — she is determined to focus on her family, especially her children, as she navigates this challenging new chapter.
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Olivia Davis is a Staff Writer at All About The Tea. Olivia’s hobbies include binging Netflix series, and watching Housewives on Bravo. She graduated from San Francisco State University with a degree in History.
