Joey Lawrence's marriage to Samantha Cope has ended after just two years, with Cope filing for divorce in August 2024, citing 'irreconcilable differences'. Rumors surfaced alleging that Lawrence had an affair with his co-star Melina Alves during the filming of their movie 'Socked in for Christmas', which he vehemently denied, stating that their friendship was platonic and arose amidst his troubled marriage. Lawrence described his relationship with Cope as deeply troubled from the beginning, citing challenges related to his two daughters from a previous marriage. Cope is reportedly seeking full custody of their daughter and has expressed concern over the accusations made against Lawrence. Both Lawrence and Alves have publicly refuted the cheating allegations, maintaining that their relationship was non-sexual. The situation has sparked significant public speculation and divided opinions on social media regarding the couple's split.