Podcaster Bobbi Althoff’s rising fame was a threat to her now-estranged husband, who filed for divorce on Wednesday because he did not want a life in the limelight, a source close to the couple told TMZ.
Cory Althoff, 34, wanted to maintain his normal lifestyle as a software company executive, the source told the gossip site. The news came after many speculated the separation was related to Bobbi’s awkward interview and mysterious falling out with rapper Drake.
In his court documents, Cory cited July 4 as the date he and Bobbi split up, which was around the same time the podcaster landed Drake on her show, “The Really Good Podcast.”
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— Drake Fan Page (@DrakeDirect_) July 14, 2023
The interview featured Bobbi Althoff and Drake in bed together — and fully clothed — having an awkward conversation. Online users questioned why the interview was deleted in August, and TMZ’s sources confirm that the two had a major falling out.
The Grammy-winning artist apparently invited the podcaster to one of his concerts in L.A. on Aug. 12, but only offered her a general admission pass.
Sources say the podcaster was upset she did not receive a VIP pass and even tried to force her way backstage at one point. She was even captured in a video by fans during the night looking less-than-pleased.
“As most of you have heard, Cory and I have filed for divorce,” Bobbi wrote on Instagram late Wednesday. “As sad as I am right now, I am so thankful for the time I got to be his wife.”
The two share daughters Isla, 1, and Luca, 3, and the father is reportedly seeking joint physical and legal custody of the children.
