On January 2026, news about Teddi Mellencamp’s personal life captured public attention again. The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star is battling Stage 4 cancer while navigating the end of her 13-year marriage with Edwin Arroyave. Fans are curious about Edwin and what led to their separation.
Who Is Edwin Arroyave?
Edwin Arroyave is a California-born entrepreneur and the founder of Skyline Security Management, a home security company licensed across more than half of the United States. Skyline Security provides custom security solutions for homes and businesses nationwide.
Although he mostly stayed out of the public spotlight during Teddi’s time on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Edwin occasionally appeared as a supportive husband and father. He and Teddi share three children: Slate, Cruz, and Dove, while Edwin also has a teenage daughter, Isabella, from a previous marriage.
Even after their separation, Edwin has remained involved in Teddi’s life, helping their children cope with her health challenges in an honest and hopeful way, as he shared on The Eds Podcast.
Edwin Arroyave’s New Relationship
In late 2025, Edwin began dating a woman named Elsa, sharing a photo with her on Instagram from a formal event. The couple attracted attention because of the timing amid Teddi’s ongoing treatment. Elsa keeps her Instagram private, but her bio mentions a love for travel, collecting moments, and making memories.
Cause of Separation
Teddi Mellencamp first met Edwin Arroyave in 2008 at a nightclub in Los Angeles. They dated for a few years before marrying on July 4, 2011. After 13 years, Teddi filed for divorce in November 2024, citing irreconcilable differences.
Reports suggest the split involved trust issues and alleged affairs on both sides. Teddi has publicly said there are “multiple sides to every story”. In 2025, she claimed that Edwin had been unfaithful in the past, which caused emotional strain. Despite these challenges, they paused divorce proceedings in early 2025 to focus on Teddi’s Stage 4 brain and lung cancer treatment and co-parenting their children.
Continuing Support
Even after their separation, Edwin continues to stand by Teddi during her health battle. Teddi has expressed that marrying Edwin and building a family with him were some of the best moments of her life.
We wish Teddi Mellencamp a speedy recovery and hope her family continues to provide support during this difficult time.