Scott Wolf Withdraws Restraining Order Against Est...

Scott Wolf Withdraws Restraining Order Against Estranged Wife Kelley as He Reaches Temporary Agreement to Have Sole Custody of Their Children, Marking a Significant Development in the Ongoing Separation and Custody Proceedings Between the Former Couple

Hollywood’s family dramas sometimes rival those on screen, and the ongoing divorce between actor Scott Wolf and his estranged wife, Kelley Wolf, is no exception. In a significant development, a Utah judge dissolved the temporary restraining order Scott filed against Kelley, and a new agreement grants him temporary sole custody of their three children.

The couple, who first met in 2002 and married in 2004, had been married for 21 years before their split became public in June. Now, just six weeks after Scott filed for divorce, the family’s future is unfolding in courtrooms and through carefully negotiated agreements.

A New Chapter: Temporary Agreement Signed

On July 19, a Utah judge signed off on a temporary stipulated agreement between the former couple. According to court documents reviewed by PEOPLE, the agreement—reached on July 15—lays out detailed plans regarding custody, visitation, finances, and communication, all designed to protect the well-being of their children: Jackson, 16; Miller, 12; and Lucy, 11.

The agreement marks a notable shift in the couple’s contentious proceedings. Scott, 57, is granted temporary sole physical custody of the children, while Kelley is allowed “liberal” supervised visitation, coordinated by attorneys. She’ll also have three supervised video or phone calls per week with the kids during reasonable waking hours. Importantly, if the court-appointed guardian raises concerns, all parties must reevaluate the need for supervision. If the children reach out to Kelley beyond the scheduled calls, she is permitted to respond.

Strict Communication and Social Media Boundaries

The agreement doesn’t stop at custody and visitation. It establishes clear boundaries on communication, aiming to shield the children from the adult complexities of divorce. Neither parent can discuss the divorce, adult issues, or the other parent’s relationship with the children in their presence. Disparaging remarks—whether spoken or written—are strictly prohibited, as is interrogating the children about the other parent’s home life.

In an era where social media can amplify private disputes, the agreement includes a gag order: neither party may post about each other, the marriage, the children, or the divorce online, nor allow third parties to do so.

The ultimate goal, according to the agreement, is for Kelley to eventually regain unsupervised parenting time—a sign that both parties, despite deep differences, are working toward a path of healing and stability for their family.

A Tumultuous Summer: Incidents and Allegations

The road to this agreement has been anything but smooth. On June 25, Scott was awarded a temporary restraining order after alleging in court documents that Kelley “engaged in an escalating pattern of behavior that poses a substantial threat of immediate and irreparable harm to the parties’ minor children.” Kelley confirmed she was served with the order the same day.

The tension escalated after a June 13 incident in Utah County, when Kelley was detained by sheriffs and placed on an involuntary psychiatric hold under California’s 5150 law. According to court records, Kelley allegedly attempted to take the children out of the country and exhibited behavior that led to her hospitalization for emergency mental health evaluation.

Kelley later confirmed her involuntary 5150 hold, which, as explained by the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is used when someone is considered a danger to themselves or others due to a mental disorder.

Then, on July 6, Kelley was placed on a second involuntary psychiatric hold following an incident involving an alleged knife. She spent a week at a treatment center in Salt Lake City.

Financial and Housing Arrangements

The agreement also addresses the couple’s finances and living situation. Scott will maintain exclusive use of the family’s Park City home. Kelley’s parenting time may take place there, but only with mutual agreement on a supervisor; otherwise, she is not permitted to enter the property.

Financially, Scott retains control of marital funds, covering household expenses and providing Kelley with $10,000 per month for living costs, subject to further court orders. He will also cover her car payments, minimum credit card payments, and some attorney fees.

A Public Split After 21 Years

The couple’s separation became public on June 10, when Kelley shared a heartfelt post on social media: “It is with a heavy heart that Scott and I are moving forward with the dissolution of our marriage,” she wrote. “This has been a long, quiet journey for me—rooted in hope, patience, and care for our children. While I will not speak publicly about the details, I feel peace knowing that I’ve done everything I can to walk this path with integrity and compassion.”

Kelley, known for her time on “The Real World: New Orleans,” praised Scott as “one of the best fathers I’ve ever known and one of the best partners a woman could have the privilege of sharing life with.” She added, “My priority has always been their wellbeing—and my own healing. That will never change.”

Scott responded in his own statement to PEOPLE: “After 21 years of marriage, I have made the most difficult decision of my life, and filed for divorce from my wife Kelley. Our children have always been, and continue to be, the loves of our lives and our every priority, so I kindly ask for privacy at this time as we help guide them through this new chapter.”

What’s Next for the Wolf Family?

With the temporary restraining order dissolved and a court hearing scheduled for July 21 canceled, the Wolfs’ case now moves forward under the terms of the new agreement. The arrangement is designed to be flexible and responsive to the family’s needs, with the hope that Kelley can eventually resume unsupervised parenting time.

For now, the children remain with Scott, and both parents are expected to strictly follow the court’s guidelines as they navigate this difficult transition.

A Cautionary Tale—and a Plea for Privacy

The Wolf family’s story is a reminder that even those we admire on screen face complex, deeply personal challenges behind closed doors. As the proceedings continue, both Scott and Kelley have emphasized their commitment to their children’s wellbeing and their desire for privacy.

Fans and followers are encouraged to respect the family’s boundaries as they work toward a resolution. In the meantime, the hope is that healing, understanding, and compassion will prevail.