In a dramatic turn of events, Real Housewives of Orange County alum David Beador has called off his divorce from wife Lesley Beador, just months after filing and leveling serious accusations of abuse against her. According to Us Weekly, David, the ex-husband of reality star Shannon Beador, formally requested the dismissal of his divorce case on August 14, a request swiftly approved by the court. The couple’s rollercoaster marriage, marked by prior filings and allegations, appears to be back on—for now.
David, 60, initially filed for divorce from Lesley on June 17, citing “irreconcilable differences” after four years of marriage. The couple, who tied the knot in October 2020, share a daughter, Anna Love, born in 2021. Court documents revealed a prenuptial agreement entitling Lesley to $10,000 per month in spousal support for half the duration of their marriage. David also sought joint legal and physical custody of their young daughter.
The filing took a darker tone when David accused Lesley of physical abuse, claiming in court documents that she had “physically abused [him] on several occasions,” with only a fraction of incidents detailed in prior domestic violence actions. He further branded Lesley a “pathological liar” who would say “literally anything” under oath to benefit herself. David also alleged that Lesley’s motivations for their marriage were rooted in financial gain, stating, “It’s not just a cliché that Lesley married me for my money. In our case, it is a fact, she has made that very clear to me literally.”
The couple’s history is no stranger to turbulence. David noted “many ups and downs” in their relationship, including previous divorce petitions that were filed and later dismissed, as well as domestic violence restraining orders. Despite these claims, David’s decision to retract the divorce filing suggests a possible reconciliation, leaving fans and observers speculating about the future of their relationship.
For now, David and Lesley Beador remain married, with the court’s dismissal of the case closing the latest chapter in their high-profile saga. Whether this marks a fresh start or a temporary truce remains to be seen.