There are no marriages and relationships without challenges. Each has its own scenarios, some survive the heat, others keep going down until hitting rock-bottom. But, regardless of how it begins, how it ends matters. No one would have thought that Jeff Tietjens’ and Aisha Tyler’s marriage would end, considering how the pair started the journey.
Their relationship dates back to their college days when Tyler was still a teenager. They walked down the aisle in 1994 and got separated in early 2015. The marriage ended without them having children together.
To date, no one knows what exactly led to their separation. So, what happened between them? keep reading to know more.
Who Is Jeff Tietjens?
It was in 1968 that his parents gave birth to him in Hanover, New Hampshire, the United States. While he was growing up as a child, he developed a liking for his father’s legal career. So, he dreamed of becoming one successful lawyer just like his father.
After high school education, he enrolled at Dartmouth College of Arts in Hanover, Newpshire in 1986. And earned a Bachelor of Art (B.A) degree in law and administration from the college in 1990.
Immediately after his graduation, he landed a job with one of the biggest law firms. Working at the firm offered him the opportunity to develop his career.
Subsequently, he enrolled for his master’s degree at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, California. After rounding up the program, he was called into the State Bar in California. This granted him the ground to start working as an attorney around the 2000s.
How His Relationship With Ex-Wife Started
According to reports, Jeff Tietjens and Aisha Tyler first crossed paths as students at Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire in 1990. It was said that the pair didn’t date for long before deciding to take it to the next level.
They walked down the aisle on 21st May 1994. Sadly, the couple got separated in January 2015. A year later, Tietjens filed for divorce from Tyler in April 2016. Since the divorce, several rumors were circulated as to what actually led to the end of the marriage.
Speculations About Jeff Tietjens and Aisha Tyler’s Divorce
It was reported that different narratives were given about the pair’s divorce, especially on social media. However, they are mere speculations.
Tyler’s ex-husband claimed that the divorce was because of irreconcilable differences. He went on to state that his ex-wife didn’t bear any children during the marriage, and instead hid the reality for a long time.
He reportedly laid all the blames on her for not conceiving which was a problem to him. However, Tyler didn’t confirm nor deny the claims, so fans began to speculate.
She was alleged to be lesbian after pictures of her kissing actress Emily Bett.
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He Received $2 Million In Divorce Settlement
Jeff Tietjens is more of a private person, but he gained recognition because of his ex-wife’s TV and acting career. He even enjoyed more popularity following their divorce case.
Based on reports, Tyler was to pay her ex-husband $2 million which includes, $31,250 monthly in spousal support for 48 months (4 years). And an extra half a million dollars for his life insurance policy.
The divorce was finally put to rest in 2017.
Their Lives After Divorce
Divorce, no matter who is asking or pushing for it, is not a sweet experience. It has both mental and psychological effects on the persons involved.
At the moment, Tietjens’ popularity has declined unlike when he was married to her, or during their divorce process. So, after executing his case successfully, he quit the public space limiting his presence, so the media would stop preying on him.
In as much as he prefers to keep his social life hidden, he participates in various sporting as well as outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, and snowboarding. At leisure, he hooks up with books, especially science-fiction ones.
While on the other hand, Tyler continued pursuing her acting career, featuring in a number of series. She played the role of Dr. Wheeler in the well-known TV series Friends. She also featured in other series like CSI, as well as The Weakest Link.
As per her relationship, nothing not much can be said. But available information shows that in 2018, she shared what was considered an intimate picture of her and Canadian actress Emily Bett Rickards. She has also been vocal about LGBTQ rights.
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