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According to an exclusive insider, fans were taken aback by the sudden breakup between Lukas Gage and Chris Appleton. However, it appears that there is a deeper explanation behind this split. The source reveals that Lukas betrayed Chris by cheating on him, and Chris discovered the truth over the weekend. This discovery ultimately led to Chris filing for the breakup.
According to a source, the couple was never involved in an open relationship. They were married for six months before Appleton, 40, filed for divorce from Gage, 28, on Monday, November 13. The reason for the split, as stated in court documents obtained by Us, was irreconcilable differences.
The couple officially separated on November 10, just a day after their wedding was showcased on an episode of The Kardashians on Hulu. The insider emphasizes that the dissolution of their relationship was unrelated to the show. Viewers witnessed Kim Kardashian officiate the wedding of Appleton and Gage on the episode that aired on November 9. Prior to their exchange of vows, the 43-year-old Skims founder imparted sage wisdom about marriage to Appleton.
“Wait, you have to get a prenup,” she told the hairstylist before quoting the song “Gold Digger” by her ex-husband Kanye West. “We want prenup, we want prenup.”
Lukas Gage and Chris Appleton Jared Siskin/Getty Images for Vogue
As Appleton did Kardashian’s hair, the reality star FaceTimed Gage to share her thoughts.
"Allow me to share a legal tip with you, Gage. Consider a prenuptial agreement," she suggested. "I can even assist in drafting a general one for both of you, if you'd like."
It was verified that the ex-partners had a postnuptial agreement in place, which was signed on May 3.
Appleton and Gage ignited speculation of a romance at the beginning of this year. In March, they publicly acknowledged their relationship, expressing their deep affection for each other during separate interviews.
During an appearance on the Today show, Gage exclaimed, "I am filled with immense joy, gratefulness, and an overwhelming amount of love. He is incredibly handsome." Gage further revealed, "There is an undeniable allure to being in London. I believe I have developed a fondness for British individuals."
Appleton and Gage tied the knot in April at the charming Little White Chapel in Las Vegas. Appleton celebrated their union on Instagram, sharing photos from the special day and exclaiming, "We did it!" The couple looked stylish in matching black fur coats, while Kardashian, who officiated the wedding, donned a sleek black dress.
However, following the announcement of their divorce, a different source revealed that the separation was far from amicable.
“This is not where they wanted this to end up,” the insider shared earlier this week. “It will take time for both to get to a place where they can move past this and get on with their lives.”