> At a Glance
> – Carlo Farina awarded primary custody of 10-year-old Sophia
> – Farina may relocate from Louisiana to Las Vegas with the child
> – Baiul must complete anger management and random substance tests
> – Why it matters: The ruling ends a high-profile custody battle that began after 13 years of marriage
Olympic figure-skating champion Oksana Baiul and ex-husband Carlo Farina have finalized their divorce, with Farina gaining primary custody of their daughter Sophia.
Custody Decision
Court documents obtained by News Of Los Angeles confirm that Farina, 48, can move Sophia from Louisiana to Nevada. The agreement allows Baiul to request visits, provided Sophia consents. Farina must then arrange the meeting in good faith.
Baiul, 48, agreed to:
- Enroll in anger-management classes
- Submit to random drug and alcohol screening
- Maintain sobriety as a condition of future contact
Financial Terms
Neither parent will pay child support. Spousal support is also suspended. Both parties will jointly list their shared Louisiana home for sale; Baiul may temporarily reside in a second jointly-owned property.
Relocation Plans
In October, Baiul announced plans to move back to Las Vegas, citing limited work opportunities in Shreveport. “I can’t make a living in Shreveport,” she posted on Facebook. “I have to go where the ice exists.”
Key Takeaways
- Farina receives full physical and legal custody
- Baiul must meet sobriety benchmarks before unsupervised visits
- The couple’s 13-year marriage officially ended in 2024
The custody settlement follows divorce proceedings that began over the summer, according to KSLA-TV.
