Ned Fulmer and Wife Ariel Separate Three Years After Cheating Scandal That Shook Fans
Ned Fulmer and Ariel Fulmer, once known as one of the internet’s favorite couples, have officially separated three years after Ned’s highly publicized cheating scandal. PEOPLE confirmed the news this week, marking a new chapter in the story that first made headlines in 2022 when Ned admitted to having an affair with an employee at his production company. At that time, the revelation rocked fans of The Try Guys, the YouTube group that helped launch him to fame. For many who had followed their relationship, it was especially heartbreaking, as Ned had built much of his public persona around being a devoted husband and father.
The couple stayed together in the years following the affair, working through the fallout privately as much as they could while still being watched by millions of curious eyes online. Ariel continued to appear publicly with Ned after the scandal, and both seemed to focus on protecting their children from the noise surrounding their personal lives. There were ups and downs, but many fans thought they were committed to moving forward together despite the damage that had been done.
Now, however, things have reached a different place. According to PEOPLE, Ned and Ariel are no longer together. A spokesperson for Ned shared that he “cares deeply” for Ariel and that the two are working on something new, though they did not elaborate on what that might mean. The phrasing suggests that while their romantic relationship has ended, there may still be collaboration or co-parenting at the heart of their ongoing connection. For those who have followed their journey, it’s a bittersweet update. It feels like the closing of a chapter that once represented hope for redemption, but it also shows the reality that not every relationship can fully recover from betrayal.
Fans have been reacting with mixed emotions online. Some say they are sad to see the end of what was once a very public love story, while others point out that Ariel deserves peace and happiness away from the shadow of scandal. Many are also noting how difficult it must have been to live through such personal pain under the relentless spotlight of social media. Every development, from the affair to the aftermath, has been dissected, judged, and debated by strangers, making it nearly impossible for the couple to heal privately.
For Ned, this separation marks another turning point in a career and personal life that has been defined by both success and controversy. For Ariel, it seems to be a chance at a fresh start. The couple shares two young children, and their priority now will almost certainly be on ensuring stability and love for their family as they navigate this new phase. It is a reminder that at the end of all the headlines and viral moments, there are real people with real lives being affected.
The news of their separation closes a story that began with so much promise, unraveled in scandal, and has now settled into a quieter, more human ending. In a way, it’s a reflection of the challenges many couples face, just amplified under the glare of fame. While their marriage may not have survived, the bond they share as parents will remain, and that might be the most important chapter of all.
