Aspyn Ovard Says Hidden Drinking Led to Her Divorce

Ovard said she and Ferris had believed they shared the same views on drinking when they married in 2015. She later learned that he had been drinking secretly for years, which she said deeply damaged her trust in him and contributed to the end of their marriage.

The reality star connected the discovery to her childhood: her father struggled with alcoholism, and she said she knew him mainly when he was intoxicated. She learned about Ferris’ drinking two months after her father died from alcoholism, making the news especially painful.

Ferris said in the episode that Ovard had warned him they would divorce if he drank. He recalled that he had suggested trying a drink on a few occasions, and said he opted to drink for enjoyment.

Ovard initiated divorce proceedings on April 1, 2024, the day the couple welcomed their third daughter, Elle. They also have daughters Cove and Lola. Ovard had not previously explained publicly why the marriage ended, and her references to a decade-long secret had fueled speculation among fans.

She said she expects some viewers may find the explanation less dramatic than the theories, but hopes seeing both her and Ferris discuss it will offer perspective. She also described the period as overwhelming and said she remains unsure whether she would handle it differently.