Nikki Garcia isn’t holding back when it comes to her costly divorce from Artem Chigvintsev.

The former WWE star, 41, opened up about her recent court-ordered settlement on Thursday, revealing she was forced to shell out $200,000 of her ‘hard-earned money’ in spousal support to her ex, Dancing with the Stars pro Chigvintsev, 42.

The judge also ordered Garcia—formerly known as Nikki Bella—to pay $3,500 a month in child support for their 4-year-old son, Matteo.

The pair will split the cost of his extracurriculars moving forward, and custody will be shared, according to court documents.

Speaking candidly on the latest episode of The Nikki & Brie Show podcast, the reality star confirmed the terms of her split from Artem — and gave fans an honest update on where things stand between them now.

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Nikki Garcia isn’t holding back when it comes to her costly divorce from Artem Chigvintsev; (seen January)

The former WWE star, 41, opened up about her recent court-ordered settlement on Thursday, revealing she was forced to shell out $200,000 of her ‘hard-earned money’ in spousal support to her ex, Dancing with the Stars pro Chigvintsev, 42; (seen in 2019)

‘Our settlement is what everyone saw. Yes, I had to give him $200,000. Spousal support, alimony,’ she said, as twin sister Brie chimed in, ‘That’s what happens when you’re the breadwinner.’

But according to Nikki, the $200K payout didn’t leave her bitter — in fact, she shocked listeners by admitting she ‘got a steal’ in the deal.

‘Which is crazy to say,’ she added.

The Total Bellas star also revealed a jaw-dropping comment from the judge who oversaw their private mediation.

‘Our judge said at the end of it, “This is the first time in all the years I’ve done this where a woman had to pay a man,”‘ Nikki recalled. ‘”You should be so damn proud that you built such an empire that someone wants a piece of it.”‘

The comment hit hard — but also struck a nerve of pride.

‘It was nice to hear that… even though it hurts because I broke my neck for that money,’ she said. ‘That money, all that is my hard-earned money.’’

Nikki added she promised the judge that any future husband will be signing a prenup.

But according to Nikki, the $200K payout didn’t leave her bitter — in fact, she shocked listeners by admitting she ‘got a steal’ in the deal, (seen in 2017)

As for the $3,500 a month in child support, Nikki said she’s fine with it — because it’s all about their four-year-old son Matteo

Despite the split and drama, Nikki said she and Artem are finally in a solid place: ‘We are co-parenting so amazing, and it makes Matteo’s life so amazing, and I don’t want it any other way’; (seen in 2019)

As for the $3,500 a month in child support, Nikki said she’s fine with it — because it’s all about Matteo.

‘Child support is so the child could have an equal life in both homes,’ she explained. ‘I don’t even think twice about it… that is making sure Matteo is also 50/50, half of his other time is a good life.’

Despite the split and drama, Nikki said she and Artem are finally in a solid place.

‘We are co-parenting so amazing, and it makes Matteo’s life so amazing, and I don’t want it any other way.’

She also made it clear that their divorce had ‘nothing to do’ with the highly publicized incident in August 2024, when Artem was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence in Napa County. No charges were filed.

Artem later told People he was ‘incredibly relieved and grateful’ that the case was dropped. ‘This has been an extremely difficult time for me. I am thankful that the truth has prevailed.’

The DWTS pro emphasized his focus remains on fatherhood, calling Matteo ‘the greatest blessing’ and pledging to continue providing ‘the love, support, and care he needs’ as they move forward.