Alice Evans Removed From Courtroom After Secretly Photographing Ex-Husband Ioan Gruffudd
In an explosive twist in Hollywood’s ongoing bitter divorce saga, actress Alice Evans found herself kicked out of a Los Angeles courtroom after attempting to snap photos of her estranged husband, Ioan Gruffudd. Witnesses from the proceedings reveal that the tension-filled atmosphere reached a boiling point during a family hearing.
Alice, 56, and Ioan, 50, have been trapped in a contentious divorce battle for three long years. Recently, the former couple gathered to discuss child support issues, with Evans alleging financial hardship while accusing Gruffudd of enjoying a lavish lifestyle alongside his fiancée, Bianca Wallace. They share custody of two daughters, Ella, 15, and Elsie, 11.
During the hearing, conducted by Judge Josh Freeman Stinn, the couple sat on opposite ends of the courtroom, with Evans reportedly watching Gruffudd with cold glares as the proceedings unfolded. That’s when things turned chaotic. While their legal representatives were in a private meeting with the judge, sources claim Alice took the opportunity to discretely take pictures of Ioan.
In a surprising move, the British-American actress stood up, crossed the courtroom, and began taking photos of Gruffudd and a witness, identified as Andrea Burkhard. Burkhard had allegedly been harassing Evans online, which likely fueled the tension.
A deputy sheriff monitoring the courtroom quickly intervened, instructing Evans to stop and delete the photos. According to the deputy, his order was not a suggestion. He asserted his authority, stating, “Stop that. Delete those. I’m not asking you… I’m telling you.” He ensured she understood the courtroom regulations clearly before demanding she exit the room.
Once outside, Evans was made to delete the unauthorized images while the deputy stood watch, stressing the importance of adhering to courtroom rules regarding photography.
After a brief period, Evans was permitted to return. However, her behavior didn’t change much. Just moments after sitting down again, she once more pulled out her cell phone, prompting immediate action from the deputy, who swiftly ejected her from the courtroom once more.
Despite the back and forth drama, both parties managed to reach a temporary financial agreement during the hearing. Gruffudd consented to provide $3,000 monthly in child support and $1,500 for spousal support until their next court date, set for February 2025. During this upcoming hearing, Gruffudd’s fiancée, Bianca Wallace, is expected to be present and will provide testimony against Evans.
Throughout this tumultuous divorce, Alice has asserted that financial struggles have plagued her, claiming she is unable to provide basic necessities for her daughters. As always, the custodial battle between the couple continues to unfold under the watchful eye of the public and the media.
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