Joey Lawrence has vehemently denied allegations of an affair with his co-star Melina Alves, while admitting to a close friendship during the filming of their upcoming movie, "Socked in for Christmas." Amidst his ongoing divorce proceedings, Lawrence emphasizes the well-being of his daughters and denies any physical relationship with Alves.
On Thursday, Joey Lawrence took to social media to address rumors of an affair with co-star Melina Alves while still married to his soon-to-be ex-wife Samantha Cope. The actor strongly denied any physical relationship with Alves during the filming of their movie, "Socked in for Christmas."
Lawrence also addressed his troubled marriage with Cope, stating, "At the time I met Melina, I was in the midst of a deeply troubled marriage. I was clinging to the hope that I could save a relationship that, in my heart, I knew was beyond saving."
Joey Lawrence Denies Affair with Co-Star Melina Alves Amid Divorce
Despite initially denying the affair allegations, Lawrence's ex-wife Samantha Cope filed for divorce on August 13, citing irreconcilable differences. Cope is seeking full physical custody of their one-year-old daughter, Dylan.
Meanwhile, Alves' estranged husband, Edward Rider, has alleged that he discovered in March that Alves and Lawrence were having an affair, leading to his divorce filing. Rider reportedly obtained a temporary restraining order against Alves, who claims he violated it.
Joey Lawrence Denies Affair with Co-Star Melina Alves Amid Divorce
Lawrence emphasized the importance of his children's well-being, stating, "As a father, my three daughters are my world. They are, and always will be, my top priority."
Alves also denied the affair allegations, stating, "As a private person, it is deeply distressing to see such personal and sensitive issues being discussed so openly and inaccurately." She clarified that her relationship with Lawrence was a close friendship based on shared experiences.
Joey Lawrence Denies Affair with Co-Star Melina Alves Amid Divorce
Lawrence's statement follows a report by People magazine that claimed he "love-bombed" both Cope and Alves, and continued to date Alves after Cope confronted him about it.
The ongoing drama has garnered significant media attention, with Fox News Digital's Stephanie Giang-Puanon, Larry Fink, and Elizabeth Stanton contributing to the reporting.
Joey Lawrence Denies Affair with Co-Star Melina Alves Amid Divorce
It remains to be seen how these allegations will impact Lawrence's personal life and career, as well as the divorce proceedings between him and Cope.
