RHONJ’s Jacqueline Laurita’s daughter Ashlee Holmes Malleo reveals she and husband Pete separated

Former Real Housewives of New Jersey star Jacqueline Laurita’s daughter Ashlee Holmes Malleo have announced she and husband Pete Malleo have separated.

The makeup artist revealed the news on her Instagram stories after they tied the knot in August 2018, two years after they welcomed their son Cameron.

Ashlee, 29, said that their focus is on co-parenting Cameron, who turns four in August.

The brunette beauty wrote: ‘I’ve been trying to find the right words to share this news. It’s something that has been weighing pretty heavy on my heart, and I feel that it’s best for my healing process to just put it out there’ [sic].

Ashlee continued: ‘A lot of you have sent me so many messages over the last few months. Some of you even have left comments on certain posts of mine with speculation.’

‘I’ve always been an incredibly open and honest person. Although no one is entitled to the details of my private life, I have always chosen to share them with you. I acknowledge and understand the fact that such a significant part of my life has been documented on television.’

Adding: Those of you who follow my husband Pete and I on social media have naturally become invested in our lives over the years. That being said, Pete and I have decided to separate.’

Ashlee said: ‘Pete and I have been through so much together over the last ten years of our lives as not only best friends, but partners in navigating parenthood. This was a difficult decision for us. We intend to always be in each other’s lives, and continue to support one another as we grow as individuals.’

‘We will continue being loving dedicated parents to our son Cameron, who we both love more than anything. Our new goal is our journey through life together is to become the best co-parents that we are capable of being. Regardless of your opinions, we ask that you respect our family during this time.’

She concluded: ‘There are a lot more devastating things going on in the world right now to be concerned with than this “news”. Thank you to all who took the time to read this. Please stay safe! With love, Ashlee.’  

Ashlee and Pete got engaged in February 2016, and one month later, they announced they were expecting their first child together. 

They welcomed son Cameron in August 2016; they tied the knot in August 2018 in Manhattan, New York at the City Clerk’s office.

Ashlee’s mom Jacqueline was a Real Housewives of New Jersey cast member from season one through seven.