Joe and Bessy Gatto. Ron Adar/M10s/MEGA
It’s possible to make it work! Three months after the separation Joe Gatto, Bessy GattoGiving is a virtue Us WeeklyThis exclusive look at their parenting relationship.
“We will always be a family,” the California native, 39, who is on the board of Animal Haven and Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs, told UseThursday, April 7. “Our babies deserve to have us both in their life and to have us both be happy and thriving. We are friends and coparents to our beautiful kids and intend to always put them first and do what’s best for our family.”
Bessy shares Milana (6, Remington (4, with the 45 year-old)Impractical Jokers alum, added that they have “lots of honest conversations.”
She explained, “We are very fortunate to be able to make it easy for all of us. Most of the times, however, this is not true. [divorced parents]. This is the best thing for us all and our kids. We still have lots of laughs and family time.”
The couple got married in September 2013 and had twins Milana and Remington in 2015. Joe also announced his departure from the reality series in January.
“With love and respect, we have decided to separate. Although we will no longer be a couple, we will always be a family to our beautiful kids and we look forward to co-parenting together,” the exes wrote in a joint statement at the time. “We ask that you please respect our privacy as we navigate this new chapter together. And of course, we will still continue to help animals and rescue dogs, which is something we are both passionate about!”
Spending time with Milana and Remington keeps the pair “busy,” Bessy joked with UseTheir lives after the split on Thursday.
“Milana is very active and loves gymnastics, dance and tennis,” she gushed. “Remington loves horseback riding, swimming and soccer. They love being at Joe’s shows and have made an appearance on stage a few times. They are still deciding if they want to become vets or astronauts. Either one works for me.”
In addition to the two little ones’ activities, Bessy has her hands full on the board of Animal Haven and Second Chances Rescue NYC Dogs. She currently has 20 pooches of her own, but that number “goes up and down.”
Bessy told Use, “It does sound a bit crazy to say the number out loud, but most are small seniors and take up so little space, except in my heart, of course. … With senior adoption, you never know how long you have with them. No matter how short or long their time with you, it doesn’t matter. [is]Each one of them is so loved by us and cherished. I’m so passionate about senior adoption, and I don’t think they get enough attention or exposure.”
Diana Cooper reports
