Jessi Lawless Announces Plans To End Marriage With Jenna Jameson Less Than A Year After Marriage

In a video shared on social media on April 16, Jessi Lawless confirmed rumors of her impending divorce from Jenna Jameson. The couple, who tied the knot in Las Vegas on May 23, 2023, faced challenges less than a year into their marriage.

“There are a lot of rumors going around that Jenna and I are getting a divorce. And I’m making this video to confirm that,” Jessi began in the video captioned “It’s done.”

“I told her at the beginning of our relationship that I was drawing a hard line and that drinking had led to so many problems in her life that I would not tolerate it at all under any circumstances,” Jessi revealed.

Jessi, an entrepreneur and social media personality, explained that despite her warnings, Jenna’s recent trip to Chicago for an event led to a breach of trust. “She goes to Chicago and she starts drinking. And then when I confronted her about it, she was definitely trying to lie about it until I told her that I had pictures,” Jessi shared.

Although the social media personality admitted she didn’t actually have the incriminating pictures, the revelation marked a breaking point in her relationship with the former adult film star. “She admitted it, obviously. I didn’t even really have the pictures. I just told her I did. I knew she was drinking,” the 40-year-old shared.

Jessi also revealed that Jenna tried to blame her and had no remorse for what she had done. “I don’t know how it’s my fault. Maybe I shouldn’t have had such high expectations,” Jessi said.

Jessi’s video conveyed mixed emotions, as she professed her love for Jenna while acknowledging the need to part ways. “I’m sure you’ll see this, Jenna. I love you with all of my heart. And I really hope the best for you,” she said.

Jenna responded with a cryptic message on her Instagram Stories that read, “I keep it classy.”

Per PEOPLE, Jenna emphasized empathy and understanding in dealing with addiction, underscoring the importance of support over judgment. “Research has shown that empathy and understanding are better responses to addiction than judgment, shaming and moralizing,” she said, adding, “Expressing your unconditional love and support may be one of the kindest things you can do. Let them know that you are there for them — relapse or not, 10 days sober or 200.”

“Unfortunately in the past, due to cultural attitudes surrounding addiction, tactics such as shaming, humiliating, shouting and ‘attack therapy’ were commonplace. Currently, rehab centers recognize that this approach would constitute malpractice and would have no place in the delicate process of treatment. It is much more likely that clients will experience greater success when empathy is placed at the forefront of the client care process,” she said further.

Jenna, who has been married twice before and has three children from previous relationships, expressed optimism about her relationship with Jessi last year. However, their current circumstances indicate a significant shift in their journey together.