Plathville Divorce Finalized: 2 Years Post-Split

Reality stars Ethan and Olivia Plath have officially divorced, with their marriage dissolution finalized on February 25. This judgment comes nearly two years after the couple initially announced their separation. The court documents indicate an irretrievable breakdown in their marital relationship.

The former couple, both 27, had been separated for over three years, with their official separation date listed as February 25, 2022. The divorce proceedings followed accusations from Ethan that Olivia was allegedly delaying the process, which he felt prevented him from moving on with his new relationship.

During the divorce proceedings, both Ethan and Olivia agreed to waive spousal support moving forward, meaning neither will receive financial support from the other. In a notable decision, Olivia has chosen to keep her married surname, Plath, rather than reverting to her maiden name, Meggs.

Olivia explained her decision to keep the name Plath, stating it has been her identity for her adult life and that she is no longer the person she was when she married. She also reflected on her past struggles within the marriage, particularly concerning Ethan's conservative Christian faith, which she felt was designed for men and involved submission.

Ethan had previously expressed frustration with the divorce delays, accusing Olivia of not responding to legal communications and deliberately holding up proceedings. He also revealed that his new relationship with Teegan Nichols had ended, partly due to the ongoing divorce and his unwillingness to relocate.

Ethan, who had been living in Minnesota, moved back to Georgia to be closer to his family, which also impacted his relationship with Teegan due to the long distance. He expressed hope for a future reconciliation with Teegan, indicating 'unfinished business'.