Ivy Getty recently attended a lavish party with celebrity friends just days before news broke of her impending divorce from her husband Tobias Engel. The 29-year-old billionaire heiress was seen at Save Venice’s annual Un Ballo in Maschera party at the Plaza Hotel in NYC, wearing a stunning Oscar de la Renta gown and posing with friends such as Emily Ratajkowski and Nicky Hilton. The event raised over $1.2 million for the preservation of historic art and architecture and was attended by other notable figures such as Dorothy Wang, Huma Abedin, and Jenna Lyons.
Despite the impending divorce, Getty appeared to be in good spirits at the party, as seen in a video she posted on Instagram dancing to MGMT’s “Electric Feel.” The divorce, which was filed about four months prior, is listed as “contested,” indicating that the parties did not settle with a mediator beforehand. Sources have revealed that Getty’s wealth will be protected due to a prenuptial agreement that is in place, given her family’s considerable net worth of $5.4 billion as of 2015. The insider mentioned that Ivy, being a member of the Getty family, is cautious about legal matters.
Getty, who is often seen traveling and attending glamorous events on social media, is also signed to Ford Models, which likely contributes to her income. Her ex-husband, Engel, is no longer featured prominently on Ivy’s social media accounts, except for pictures from their lavish wedding in San Francisco in November 2021, following a more private ceremony in 2020. Notable guests at the wedding included California Gov. Gavin Newsom, San Francisco Mayor London Breed, designer Wes Gordon, Vogue journalist Hamish Bowles, and filmmaker Christian Coppola.
The news of Getty’s divorce comes as a surprise to many, given her public persona as a socialite and model. However, it appears that she has already come to terms with the end of her marriage, given the timeline of events. Getty’s attorney filed for divorce in January, indicating that the process has been ongoing for several months. The dissolution of the marriage, though unfortunate, seems to be proceeding smoothly, with arrangements in place to protect both parties’ interests and assets.
As a member of the wealthy Getty family, Ivy is no stranger to high-profile events and the media attention that comes with it. She has embraced her socialite status and is often seen enjoying life to the fullest, despite the challenges she may face in her personal life. With her modeling career, family wealth, and connections in the celebrity world, Ivy Getty is poised to navigate the divorce process with grace and resilience, supported by those close to her and her dedicated legal team. Despite the challenges ahead, Ivy’s strength and determination will undoubtedly see her through this difficult period in her life.
