Proud Cheater Faces Lawsuit for Allegedly Using ‘Cheating Coach’ Service to Harass Betrayed Spouses

Chelsea Smallwood, a prominent TikTok creator known for positioning herself as a champion of infidelity, is currently embroiled in a lawsuit. This legal action arises from allegations that her business, which aims to empower cheaters, shared personal information of victims to incite further emotional harassment.

Smallwood initially gained fame on social media through her controversial “cheating content.” Identifying as “The Other Woman and the Wife,” she released multiple viral TikTok videos flaunting her affairs. A particularly notorious post, titled “Things your husband did while he was in an affair with me,” featured Smallwood celebrating her relationship with a married man. In this video, she detailed extravagant activities they engaged in, such as traveling together on his wedding anniversary and maintaining a hidden bank account for their escapades. Over time, she amassed a catalog of similar memorabilia that not only glorified infidelity but also belittled those hurt by it, labeling her output as “relatable affair content.”Eventually, she expanded her influence by launching The Other Woman and the Wife, transforming it into a business that offers podcasts, retreats, and exclusive spaces for cheaters to connect.

Smallwood is not alone in converting infidelity into a profitable endeavor. Historical precedents such as Ashley Madison and recent media attention surrounding figures like Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes have laid the groundwork for this disturbing trend. Yet, Smallwood escalated the situation by allegedly incorporating cyberbullying and harassment of infidelity victims into her business model.

Allegations Against Smallwood and Her Business

Integral to The Other Woman and The Wife is a coaching segment, although it should be noted that Smallwood possesses merely a B.A. in economics, with no formal qualifications in life coaching or counseling. Despite this, her platform features an application form for 1:1 coaching with her or her colleagues. She has cultivated a community where cheaters can share experiences candidly. One notable coach within her network, Olivia Nicodeumos, infamously had an affair with a neighbor’s spouse. The situation deteriorated when Nicodeumos allegedly began using their community to disclose sensitive information about Kristen Jacobs, the spouse affected by her affair.

In a shocking turn of events, Jacobs has initiated legal proceedings against The Other Woman and the Wife, LLC, as well as Smallwood and Nicodeumos, demanding compensation. Following the discovery of her partner’s betrayal, Jacobs investigated Smallwood’s platform and was alarmed to find a TikTok video where Smallwood recited her private texts regarding the affair, exposing Jacobs to ridicule within the community.

The lawsuit outlines even more disturbing claims, alleging that Smallwood encouraged Nicodeumos to publicly reveal damaging personal details, including spying on Jacobs during private moments and exploiting Jacobs’ personal belongings without consent. TikTok influencer The Dadvocate expressed strong sentiments regarding the situation, labeling the actions of Smallwood and Nicodeumos as “pure degeneracy.”

@the_dadvocate
Proud and smug “Other Woman” and “Cheating Coach” just got sued #cheater

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Recent developments indicate that the online community might be pivotal in this case. After the lawsuit was filed, Smallwood attempted to erase her TikTok presence, but users managed to recover incriminating evidence supporting Jacobs’ claims. Notably, one comment from Nicodeumos took an unsettling turn where she offered to share “comparison photos” to assert her attractiveness over Jacobs, while Smallwood made statements claiming she contacted Jacobs’ therapist and was told Jacobs was beyond help.

@the_dadvocate
The Cheating Chelsea lawsuit just keeps getting worse… #men #women #cheater #fyp

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In response to the allegations, Smallwood has filed a counterclaim, seeking to have the lawsuit moved out of arbitration. Speculations arise that this move is an attempt to humiliate Jacobs further in a public forum. The case has ignited widespread discussions on TikTok about influencers exploiting infidelity as a business model, raising ethical concerns surrounding this trend.

While discussions around the complexities of infidelity in relationships can be valuable, the Smallwood case starkly highlights the necessity for boundaries. The confident demeanor portrayed by Smallwood and Nicodeumos appears to mask deep-seated insecurities and jealousy. Their troubling actions raise questions about their suitability as guides for individuals navigating such tumultuous situations, reflecting a troubling disconnect between their claimed empowerment and their underlying vulnerabilities.

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