Marriage isn’t always sunshine and roses, and Jennie Garth, the beloved star of "Beverly Hills, 90210," knows this firsthand. The actress recently opened up about her relationship struggles with husband Dave Abrams, revealing how they navigated a challenging chapter in their marriage. It wasn’t easy, but sometimes, distance can help bring people closer together.

A Step Back to Move Forward

When Jennie and Dave faced marital difficulties, they decided that separating for ten months was the best course of action. “We definitely had to part ways completely,” Jennie shared in an interview with People. At 47 years old, she reflected on the importance of giving each other space to grow. “We needed that time to figure out who we were individually and as a couple,” she explained candidly. This decision wasn’t made lightly—it was born out of necessity to rebuild their foundation.

The Rush That Led to Stress

Jennie and Dave tied the knot just three months after dating, which added immense pressure to their relationship. “We rushed it too much, and we had individual things we needed to work out,” Jennie admitted about their whirlwind 2015 wedding. Looking back, she realizes that moving so quickly may have been a mistake. “It hurt us greatly, but every mistake is a learning opportunity,” she said thoughtfully. Both partners had to confront their own personal challenges before they could truly come back together stronger.

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Facing the Challenges Together

When the initial excitement of their relationship faded, both Jennie and Dave struggled to adapt to the realities of marriage. “When things got tough, Dave didn’t know how to handle it as much,” Jennie revealed. To make matters worse, she learned through TMZ that Dave had filed for divorce. “It really devastated me,” she confessed. The news hit hard, but it also became a turning point for her personal growth.

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Rebuilding Trust and Love

For Jennie, accepting the breakup was one of the hardest things she ever had to do. “I was in a really bad mindset for a good five or six months. It was embarrassing,” she admitted. But eventually, she realized that letting go was the only way forward. “Dave is not an option,” she told herself repeatedly, even though it broke her heart. Once she embraced the idea of moving on, something unexpected happened—they started reconnecting.

A Stronger Connection

Thanks to their separation, Jennie and Dave emerged with a deeper understanding of each other. “We both had separate learning to do, and then coming back and sharing that growth was kind of the fiber that connected us back together,” Jennie gushed. She sees Dave differently now, appreciating how he keeps her young and fun. “He makes life exciting again,” she said with a smile.