Jordan Ngatikaura has issued his first public statement following the conclusion of his divorce from reality television personality Jessi Draper, who appears on 'Mormon Wives'. Speaking to TMZ.com, Ngatikaura expressed gratitude for closure and outlined his intentions to prioritize his role as a father moving forward.
The former couple officially ended their marriage on Thursday, September 11, 2026, when they signed their divorce paperwork. The specific terms of their settlement have not been disclosed publicly.
In his statement to the entertainment outlet, Ngatikaura emphasized his desire to maintain a respectful stance regarding the dissolution of his marriage. He indicated he will always value the time he and Draper spent together, particularly the family they created. His current focus centers on being the best father he can be while continuing personal growth and approaching future circumstances with kindness and respect, he told TMZ.com.
Ngatikaura appears determined to avoid contributing to public discourse surrounding the separation. He told TMZ.com he has no interest in adding to the noise or revisiting everything that has been said about their split.
Looking ahead, Ngatikaura said he plans to enter the next phase of his life with "gratitude, peace, and a lot of love" for his children, while wishing Draper happiness and the best for her and their family, according to his statement to TMZ.com.
The timeline of the couple's separation reveals Ngatikaura initiated divorce proceedings in March 2026, citing February 2025 as their official date of separation. The split carried an unusual real estate dimension, as the pair had purchased a new home only months before their marriage deteriorated.
Both individuals have since pursued new romantic relationships. Draper has been connected to Marciano Brunette, who appeared on "Vanderpump Villa," while Ngatikaura has recently begun dating Jillian Brooke.
The divorce marks the end of a marriage that produced children and coincided with Draper's rise to prominence through her reality television appearances. Ngatikaura's measured response to the finalization suggests an effort to maintain stability for their family despite the public nature of their separation.
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