Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 17, 2025 · Entertainment

Ned Fulmer Speaks Out: The Journey from Cheating Scandal to New Beginnings

The disgraced Try Guys star Ned Fulmer, 38, opened up about his attempts to save his marriage in an interview with People published on Tuesday; seen in 2019 in NYC

TRY GUYS STAR NED FULMER'S MARRIAGE IN SHAMBLES: He Cheated, Lied, and Now His Wife is Gone!

In a jaw-dropping turn of events, Ned Fulmer, one of the founding members of the popular YouTube group Try Guys, is speaking out about his catastrophic cheating scandal that left his marriage in tatters. In an explosive new interview with People magazine, the 38-year-old star revealed the shocking details of his affair and how he's been trying to rebuild his life and relationship with wife Ariel.

But just as we thought we were getting a glimpse into their "happily-ever-after" journey, sources close to the couple dropped a bombshell: Ned and Ariel have allegedly split after 15 years of marriage. Yep, you read that right – the cheating scandal that derailed his career has now led to the downfall of his marriage.

But TMZ subsequently reported that Fulmer and his wife Ariel have separated after 15 years of marriage; pictured together in 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada

So, what exactly happened? According to Fulmer, he confessed to his wife about the affair in an effort to "move on into a new chapter" of his life. He claimed that for a long time, he wanted nothing to do with social media or the internet due to the mental health toll it took on him. But now, he's eager to share his story and make amends.

Fulmer revealed that he had an affair with an employee of the Try Guys organization, which led to his firing from the group in September 2022. In a since-deleted Instagram statement, he confessed to cheating on Ariel, sparking widespread outrage and sympathy for his estranged wife.

In a shocking move, Ned and Ariel went to couples therapy together in an attempt to repair their damaged relationship. Fulmer admitted that it was "devastating" when he came to terms with the pain he had caused his wife and that he realized honesty was a major issue in their marriage.

Fulmer was fired from the Try Guys (pictured together in 2019 in NYC) after he admitted to having an affair with an employee of their organization in September 2022

"We worked on creating a foundation of trust between us," Ned said, claiming that their therapy sessions were a "game-changer." He even went as far as saying that every penny spent on couples therapy was worth it due to the measurable improvements in their family life.

But just when we thought they had finally found solid ground, sources revealed that Ned and Ariel are no longer together. And if that wasn't enough, a witness spotted him with an unidentified woman at the Zebulon music club in LA on September 7 – fueling rumors of a possible new romance.

Later on Tuesday, a spokesperson for Fulmer confirmed to People that he and Ariel have separated, citing that they are working together on a new project. But what exactly does this mean? Are they trying to salvage their marriage or has Ned moved on?

Fulmer, who disappeared from social media afterward, said it was 'devastating' when he came to understand just how much 'pain' he had subjected his wife to with his infidelity; pictured with Ariel in September 2022

As the dust settles on his marriage drama, Ned is gearing up to launch his new podcast, Rock Bottom, where he'll be chatting with people who have overcome challenges in their lives. He claims that this experience has made him more empathetic and interested in others' struggles.

In a candid conversation, Fulmer spoke about how he used to present himself as the "wife guy" on camera, which was actually a public persona he created to resonate with fans. But now, he's trying to show his true self – flaws and all.

When asked if he felt guilty for using his wife's pain for publicity, Ned fired back, "As a creator, you have a responsibility to reestablish the context of who you are after something like that... I know that addressing the past is something that people care about and want to hear about from me, so it's kind of this necessary step to move into a new chapter."

He now plans to launch a podcast called Rock Bottom, with his wife as his first guest on September 17. 'The conversation was so brutal at times that we wanted to get up and walk out of the room,' Fulmer said; seen in 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada

But what about Ariel? Is she truly on board with their attempts at rebuilding their relationship? Sources close to the couple claim that she's been trying to keep their marriage private while also keeping their children out of the spotlight.

As the saga continues to unfold, one thing is clear: Ned Fulmer's cheating scandal has left his personal life in shambles. But will he be able to rebuild his reputation and win back his wife? Only time will tell.

Update: TheScholarlyNote.com reached out to Ned Fulmer for comment but did not receive a response.

His rep confirmed later on Tuesday that he and Ariel have separated, though the timing remains fuzzy; pictured in 2019 in LA

This article is based on the original news piece from People magazine, with additional information and analysis added to provide more context and insight into the scandal.