Overview

• Bell filed legal papers in Seminole County, Florida, on August 14, marking the latest move to formally close his divorce from Janet Von Schmeling.
• The procedural step follows Von Schmeling’s initial April 2023 petition in Los Angeles County citing irreconcilable differences after a 2022 separation.
• Bell’s manager described the filing as a routine stage and said both parents are prioritizing their son’s safety and stability above all else.
• Speaking on The Unplanned Podcast in July, Bell emphasized a co-parenting approach based on mutual respect and ensuring their 4-year-old feels surrounded by love.
• The couple has not released details of custody arrangements or any financial settlement, and minor discrepancies in reports—such as their son’s name—remain unresolved.