Craig Schelske: Inside The Life Of Sara Evans’ Ex-husband

Craig Schelske is a politician and the former husband of American country music singer, songwriter, record producer, author, and actress Sara Lynn Evans best known as Sara Evans. Craig’s ex-wife Sara Evans is known for hits such as “I Could Not Ask for More”, “I Keep Looking”, and “Cheatin'”. She has won accolades from the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association.

Craig Schelske: Bio Summary

Who Is Sara Evans’ Ex-husband, Craig?

Craig Schelske was born on 29 May 1963 in Jefferson, Oregon, USA. As of 2023, Craig is 60 years old. He has not shared details regarding his parents, siblings, and other relatives. There is little information about his life as a child and family. He showed his passion for music and politics at a young age.

Craig Schelske pursued his interests in music and politics throughout his life. He became a musician and politician. His career in politics began in the 1990s when he served as a legislative aide in the Oregon State Legislature. He ran for Congress in the fifth district in his home state of Oregon as a Republican candidate, in 2002.

Craig Schelske was elected to the Oregon House of Representatives, in 2002. He became a politician known for his conservative values and commitment to his constituents. He advocated for lower taxes, smaller government, and individual freedoms. He established himself as a rising star within the Republican Party.

Craig Schelske used to be married to singer and songwriter Sara Evans. They met in Nashville, Tennessee, at the time, they were both working as service waiters at Holiday Inn. Craig and Sara got married on September 25, 1993. At the time of their marriage, Craig was an aspiring musician. They have a son Avery Jack Schelske and two daughters, Olivia Margaret Schelske and Audrey Elizabeth Schelske.

Craig Schelske And Sara Evans’ Bitter Divorce

Craig Schelske and Sara Evans have ended their marriage. They went through a bitter divorce. Sara was the one who filed for divorce from Craig. The reasons for the divorce cited in the documents are “irreconcilable differences,” “inappropriate marital conduct” and “adultery.”

Sara’s divorce led to her withdrawal from “Dancing With The Stars.” Sara Evans is said to have left the popular reality show on the same day she filed for divorce from Craig Schelske. A statement released by a rep for Sara Evans to Access Hollywood reads:

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“On Thursday, October 12, 2006 country music singer-songwriter Sara Evans filed for divorce from her husband Craig Schelske. Recent events that shed light on the status of her marriage prompted Ms. Evans to make the filing, which was registered today [October 12] with a court in Tennessee, where Evans resides.”

“A mother of three, Ms. Evans felt it was in her children’s best interest that she also withdraw from competition on Dancing with the Stars, an ABC television series that she has been part of this fall, to give her family her full attention at this difficult time.”

“Ms. Evans hopes that her fans and TV viewers who’ve supported her in recent weeks and throughout her music career will respect and understand her need for privacy in the face of these recent events.”

Sara made several accusations against Craig. She claimed Craig “has frequently verbally abused, emotionally abused and harassed Wife.” She claimed Craig “frequently watches pornography” on the family’s computers and that on September 28, 2006, the couple’s oldest child “confronted [Schelske] at the parties’ residence… when he was watching pornographic material on the television.”

Sara Evans also claimed Craig Schelske keeps over 100 photos of him “posing with his erect penis” and “there are several photographs showing the defendant having sex with other women.” She alleged that Craig browsed personal ads on the Internet site Craig’s List for “three party sex” and “anal sex.”

Sara Evans accused Craig Schelske of frequently threatening her. She said he “told her that she is crazy,” threatened to take the children to Oregon and “continually interferes with [Evans’] possession of and parenting time” with their children. Sara was granted a temporary restraining order against Craig and temporary custody of the children and possession of the couple’s home in Franklin, Tennessee.

Sara Evans requested reasonable child support. A statement from her lawyer sent to Access Hollywood said, “Sara felt she had no choice but to do what she did.” Craig Schelske has denied all of Sara’s accusations. He said the “interrupted adult entertainment viewing” was inadvertent and involved both him and Sara.

According to Craig Schelske, his explicit photograph collection was limited to images of the married couple, and counterclaimed that Sara Evans had several personal problems. He claims that Sara was having affairs with musicians, including Kenny Chesney. However, a rep for Kenny Chesney called the allegations “ridiculous”.

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Craig Schelske And Sara Evans’ Divorce Was Finalized

Craig Schelske and Sara Evans were unable to save their marriage. Their divorce was finalized on September 28, 2007. Sara Evans got primary custody of their children with visitation rights for Craig Schelske. Sara agreed to pay her ex-husband Craig $600,000 in alimony, which can be broken into 10 annual payments of $60,000, the documents show (per People).

Per reports, Sara Evans was given the family’s home in Tennessee, while Craig Schelske will have their two homes in Oregon, Access Hollywood reports.“The parties have agreed that it is in their best interests and those of their children to amicably resolve all issues in their pending divorce. Each wishes the other well in all future endeavors,” said the court papers filed in Williamson County, Tenn. “Both parties are fully committed to raising their children in a cooperative and positive way.”

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Where Is Craig Schelske Now?

Craig Schelske is believed to be living somewhere in the United States. He has reportedly returned to his music career. He has established a band and performs at local venues. He went to therapy after his divorce from Sara Evans. He has found love again and remarried. He continues to pursue his music career and is active in philanthropy. He helps raise awareness about mental health and the importance of seeking help when facing personal challenges.