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Nick Lachey says divorce can help people know what they want in dating
Nick Lachey told a divorced contestant that past relationships can help in dating on the season 11 premiere of Love Is Blind.
The show, which he co-hosts with his wife Vanessa Lachey, pairs singles who date without seeing each other before deciding whether to commit.
Contestant Erika Ellis said she had concerns about dating after divorce.
Lachey said that experience can help people understand what they truly want in a relationship.
Vanessa Lachey added that everyone has a messy past, gesturing towards her husband.
Nick was previously married to singer Jessica Simpson, and their marriage was featured on the reality show Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica.
The couple divorced in 2005, the year Simpson filed for divorce.
Nick and Vanessa have been married since 2011 and also co-host The Ultimatum.
Nick Lachey said being divorced can help people in dating because it can clarify what they want.
He made the comment after Love Is Blind contestant Erika Ellis raised concerns about dating as a divorcee.
Lachey referred to his past marriage to Jessica Simpson during the season 11 premiere.
His wife and co-host, Vanessa Lachey, said everyone has a messy past.
Nick and Vanessa Lachey have co-hosted Love Is Blind since 2020.
- Who
- Nick Lachey, responding to contestant Erika Ellis.
- What
- He said divorce can give people a “leg up” in dating by helping them know what they want.
- When
- During the season 11 premiere of Love Is Blind; the article was published on 15 October 2026.
- Where
- On Love Is Blind. The location of the premiere is not stated.
- Why
- Ellis raised concerns about dating as a divorcee, prompting Lachey to share his perspective.
Erika Ellis
Nick Lachey
Dating after divorce
Erika Ellis
Ellis voiced concerns about dating as a divorcee.
Nick Lachey
Lachey argued that the experience can help people know what they truly want.
Love Is Blind article says Jessica Simpson filed for divorce from Nick Lachey.
Nick Lachey married Vanessa Lachey.
Nick and Vanessa Lachey began hosting Love Is Blind, according to the article.
The Daily Mail published its report on Lachey's remarks during the season 11 premiere.
- Contestant
- Erika Ellis
- Former spouse mentioned
- Jessica Simpson
- Current wife
- Vanessa Lachey
- Marriage to Vanessa
- 2011
- Season discussed
- Season 11 of Love Is Blind
What people are saying
I would make the very unique argument that it gives you a leg up because you know from that experience, what it is you truly want
We all have messy pasts, all of us.