James Argent Sentenced for Assaulting Beauty Queen Girlfriend in Spain.
Former TOWIE star James Argent has been handed a six-month suspended prison sentence after admitting to pushing his girlfriend, beauty queen Nicoline Artursson, down a flight of steps during a heated argument in Spain.
The incident unfolded in La Cala de Mijas, a normally quiet town on the Costa del Sol. Neighbours, alarmed by screams, called police. It’s the kind of scene you don’t expect in a holiday hotspot—but violence doesn’t stick to a script.
🛑 What Happened That Night?
Argent, 36, allegedly became aggressive inside Nicoline’s apartment and attempted to force her out the door. During the struggle, he pushed her—she fell down the steps. It’s hard to believe how quickly things unraveled.
Nicoline, 32, a former Miss Sweden, required hospital treatment for injuries. According to witnesses, Argent fled the scene but was arrested soon after and taken to the local station.
He appeared in court later that day—yes, it all happened that fast—and admitted to “mistreating” Nicoline.
⚖️ The Court’s Ruling
In just hours, Spain’s Court of Violence Against Women in Fuengirola handed down the sentence:
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Six-month suspended prison sentence
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Two-year restraining order—no calls, texts, or social media contact allowed
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Mandatory gender violence resocialization course
Honestly, it’s a rare case where the system seemed to act swiftly and decisively.
💔 From Instagram Love to Courtroom Silence
Their Instagram love story looked flawless from the outside. Beaches in Barbados, ski trips to Sierra Nevada, heartfelt Valentine’s Day posts—Argent called her “My Swedish Valentine.” Nicoline captioned a photo just weeks ago: “Mountain fun with my hun.”
But what was happening behind the lens? The last photos of the couple were posted in March. Just days before the incident, they were spotted walking together on a beach. Then everything changed.
🗣️ Argent’s Apology and Aftermath
A source close to Argent said he’s “deeply sorry” and didn’t mean to cause harm.
“He said he pushed her, yes—but he also said he just wanted the argument to stop,” the source added. “He’s back home in Essex now and trying to come to terms with what happened.”
It’s messy, no doubt. But at least there’s accountability—something victims often don’t get.
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⚠️ Advocate Reaction: Why This Case Matters
Emma Armstrong, CEO of women’s charity I Choose Freedom, praised the court’s response: “Domestic abuse is rarely a one-off,” she said. “The restraining order is vital, and the gender violence course signals the court understands prevention matters.”
She’s right. This isn’t just about one incident—it’s about creating space between violence and the next possible victim.
🎥 A Complicated Public Figure
Argent rose to fame through ITV2’s The Only Way Is Essex and has appeared on The Jump and other reality shows. He’s also been open about his struggles—with cocaine addiction, obesity, and mental health.
In a 2020 interview, he revealed two near-fatal overdoses and said he wanted to “own it” like others in the public eye. “I was lucky,” he said then. “Not everyone is.”
❌ No Contact, No Excuses
The court’s ruling was clear: Argent must stay away from Nicoline. No exceptions, no excuses.
Their relationship is over—legally and emotionally. He can’t contact her, and she’s choosing to remain in Spain for now.
🕊️ Where Nicoline Stands Now
Nicoline hasn’t commented publicly since the incident. Friends say she’s recovering, but shaken. And who could blame her?
She once represented her country on the Miss World stage. Now she’s navigating recovery in a foreign country after a traumatic assault.
