Trending Now - Jennie Garth Opens up About Struggles Post-divorce From Facinelli
WHO:
NY Post - Jennie Garth, Peter Facinelli
US Magazine - Jennie Garth, age 54
WHAT:
The Hollywood Reporter - Jennie Garth's memoir, titled "I Choose Me: Chasing Joy, Finding Purpose, and Embracing Reinvention," will debut on April 14th, 2026.
The Hollywood Reporter - Garth stated, “Even though it took a while, I’m finally at a place comfortable choosing myself,” regarding her personal growth after her struggles.
US Magazine - Jennie Garth expressed a desire to have a child with her then-husband Dave Abrams, stating, “I really wanted to give Dave a baby because he was young and all of his friends were having kids and I just thought that’s what he needed.”
NY Post - Jennie Garth had her stomach pumped of pills and checked into rehab after her divorce from Peter Facinelli.
US Magazine - Jennie Garth recalled reaching her lowest point following her split from Peter Facinelli, stating, “I noticed my light really dimming. I wasn’t putting off good vibes. I could see it in the mirror.”
WHERE:
NY Post - The events took place in the context of Jennie Garth's life following her divorce, though specific locations are not mentioned.
WHEN:
NY Post - Jennie Garth and Peter Facinelli divorced in March 2012.
US Magazine - The interview with Jennie Garth was published on Wednesday, April 8th, 2026.
WHY:
NY Post - The divorce was described as Garth being blindsided by Facinelli's request for divorce.
HOW:
The Hollywood Reporter - Garth checked into Canyon Ranch rehab following an incident where she abused alcohol and swallowed enough pills to warrant having her stomach pumped.
NY Post - Jennie Garth's struggles included having her stomach pumped and entering rehab as a response to her emotional distress following the divorce.
(UPDATED April 9, 2026 09:18 UTC)
Jennie Garth's memoir, titled "I Choose Me: Chasing Joy, Finding Purpose, and Embracing Reinvention," is set to debut April 14th. In the memoir, Garth reflects on her personal growth, stating, “Even though it took a while, I’m finally at a place comfortable choosing myself.” This journey comes after she checked into Canyon Ranch rehab following a serious incident involving alcohol abuse and a dangerous mix of pills.
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(UPDATED April 9, 2026 05:35 UTC)
On Wednesday, Jennie Garth shared her feelings about wanting to have a child with her then-husband, Dave Abrams. She expressed that she believed giving him a baby was important, especially since he was young and many of his friends were becoming parents. Garth reflected on her desire, saying, “I really wanted to give Dave a baby because he was young and all of his friends were having kids and I just thought that’s what he needed.”
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(UPDATED April 8, 2026 21:14 UTC)
Jennie Garth, age 54, recently opened up about her struggles following her divorce from Peter Facinelli, which took place in March 20th12. In an interview published on Wednesday, she recalled reaching her lowest point, stating, “I noticed my light really dimming. I wasn’t putting off good vibes. I could see it in the mirror,” and revealed that she had her stomach pumped and checked into rehab as a response to her emotional distress.