Courteney Cox was Monica on Friends and she needs no other introduction, but what about he ex-hubby, David Arquette?
Well, he is an actor, professional wrestler, film director, producer, screenwriter, and fashion designer! He first gained fame through his Hollywood films, such as the Scream series, Wild Bill, Never Been Kissed, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, See Spot Run, and Eight Legged Freaks. He is also a hugely popular figure in the world of wrestling, who was a one-time World Championship Wrestling World Heavyweight Champion.
The Daytime Emmy-nominated actor and producer has also hogged the limelight due to the ups and downs in his personal life. His liaison with Golden Globe-nominated actress and producer, Courteney Cox, definitely made the news, during their dating days, their troubled marriage, and the divorce that ensued.
Unlike most celebrity couples, David and Courteney avoided talking about their personal lives in the media, but eventually bared some truths about their journey, long after they called it quits and moved on.
14 How Did The Couple Meet?
David Arquette met Courteney Cox met on the set of Scream in 1996, where, as the latter had claimed, they fell in love. After some initial flirting and fooling around with each other, Arquette finally popped the question in 1998. The pair got married the next year, at a star-studded ceremony in San Francisco.
13 Not A 'Made In Heaven' Match!
As Arquette confessed in an interview, the couple drifted apart, as Cox could no longer put up with his unpredictable antics. This is ironic, considering Cox had previously said, “divorce is not an option”. Their wedding rings were also engraved with the words, “deal’s a deal.” The couple officially filed for divorce in 2012.
12 Courteney's Take On The Split
Shedding more light on their differences, Cox explained that she and David are opposites as human beings and that she does not want to inhibit him. She describes him as "gregarious" and "outgoing" while she is more of an introvert. Well, it seems like the "opposites attract" theory is true, but maybe not over the long term!
11 Parenthood Comes First!
However, the heartening part is that, despite being divorced, the former pair is strongly committed to co-parenting their 15-year old daughter, Coco. Arquette said that they respect each other, and he wants Cox to be happy, even if they are not together. He further added that irrespective of what a couple goes through, they must acknowledge their child's presence.
10 David Fell Apart After The Divorce
David had a hard time dealing with the separation, and he needed to go to rehab to overcome his alcohol issues and depression. He has also admitted to having a nervous breakdown back then. Later on, though, he said it was a midlife crisis, rather than a nervous breakdown.
9 Battling Drugs and Alcohol
He kept battling alcohol and drug addictions over several years and finally found a support system in his daughter. He eventually sought professional help to overcome these issues and stayed firm in his resolve to stay clean. His life turned around when Christina McLarty entered his life.
8 The Turning Point
David started dating journalist, Christina McLarty, around 2013, which was followed by their engagement in July 2014, when their first son was already two months old. The funny thing is, when their wedding pictures surfaced, many media outlets had a feeling that David's new bride resembled his ex, Courteney Cox!
They tied the knot on April 12, 2015, with an intimate ceremony at Cicada in Los Angeles. It was attended by close friends and family members.
7 The Little Ones Witnessed The Couple's Wedding!
The couple announced that they were expecting a child in 2013, and their son came into this world on April 28, 2014. He was part of the wedding as an 11-month-old toddler and big sister, Coco was there, too. David and Christina have two sons together- Charlie West and Augustus Alexis, who are now 5 and 2, respectively.
6 Getting A Grip On His Life
One might wonder why David Arquette, a millionaire actor, husband, and father to three children, is still wrestling at almost 50! That is what the documentary You Cannot Kill David Arquette focuses on, though Arquette says he does not know the answer. He just felt the drive. Wrestling helped him to get fit and get a firm grip on his life.
5 Scream 5 In The Making
Arquette has confirmed he will reprise his role as Sheriff Dewey Riley in the much-awaited return of Scream, and the best part is, Courteney has also been approached to star in the reboot. Though we do not know for sure if she has signed the deal, it would indeed be great to watch the couple reuniting, alongside other big names.
The horror franchise's latest installment will be directed by Matthew Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, while writer Kevin Williamson also expressed his excitement about returning to Scream.
4 Recently Spotted By Paparazzi
Arquette was spotted flaunting alarming neck scars in Los Angeles. He looked quite dapper, despite the scars, which were the byproduct of a wrestling stunt that backfired. Hopefully, he is healing up well. Wrestling is a form of sports entertainment that can be dangerous.
3 He Surely Let His Shoes Do The Talking!
The spunk quotient of this look was taken a few notches higher by the Air Jordan 3 Retro Animal Instincts sneakers. This fashionable outing came close on the heels of his return as the lovable Sheriff Dewey Riley. While he leaned against his car, presumably to compose a text, that ensemble made him a head-turner.
2 Turning Over A New Leaf
Recently, he has opened up all over again about his experience with addiction and sobriety. In a recent interview with IndieWire, he affirmed that his journey has been full of hardship. His upcoming wrestling documentary, You Cannot Kill David Arquette, was supposed to make its debut at the SXSW Film Festival in Austin. However, the event was finally canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
1 A Family Man
Recently, David posted a rare family photo on Instagram, with his present wife, Christina, and his sons. At the same time, the caption revealed that his elder son, Charlie, lost his first tooth during self-isolation. He had previously shared several videos of Charlie showing off his wobbly tooth, in the form of Instagram stories. David has been spending some quality time with his family during this global pandemic.