In the world of celebrity romances, there's always a lot of buzz. But what happens when the spotlight shifts to family approval? Teddi Mellencamp, daughter of the legendary musician John Mellencamp, has given her blessing to her dad's new relationship with beauty expert Nurse Jamie Sherrill. An insider exclusively told Closer Weekly that Teddi is genuinely happy for her father and his new girlfriend.

Friendship First: Teddi’s Relationship with Nurse Jamie

Teddi, who is 38, has more than just a passing acquaintance with Jamie. "Teddi is friends with Nurse Jamie. She’s known her for a while – before she started dating her dad," the source shared on Tuesday, April 7. This friendship adds a layer of comfort to the situation, making it easier for Teddi to embrace the new chapter in her father's life. While it's unclear if Teddi played matchmaker, her approval is a sign that the family is supportive of John's new relationship.

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Ex-Wife Meg Ryan’s Reaction

While Teddi’s support is heartwarming, John’s ex-wife, Meg Ryan, may take a bit longer to come around. Sources reveal that Meg, 58, is still processing the end of her nearly decade-long relationship with John. "She still hasn’t fully gotten over him," a source told Closer on April 6. Despite the heartache, Meg is focused on healing and moving forward.

There’s hope that with time, Meg and John, 68, can rebuild their friendship. After all, they shared almost ten years together before parting ways in October 2019. When Meg reflects on their relationship, she tries to avoid bitterness. "She will always love John, and really, she’s not laying any of the blame at his feet," an insider shared. "He has to be who he is, but very importantly, Meg has to maintain her own vision, her own identity, and plot out her life the way she feels is best."

A Bittersweet Breakup

Even though Meg acknowledges the deep love she shared with John, she doesn’t regret their decision to split. "Meg agonized over this, and shed more than a few tears over this decision," the insider explained. "She loves John with all her heart — he’s a very intense man and she said she never felt the deep and profound love he offered her with any man in her life, even in her marriages." While reconciliation seems unlikely, John has found happiness with Nurse Jamie, offering a silver lining to the situation.

For now, it looks like Meg will need some time to heal, but John’s new relationship is a testament to the healing power of love. As life moves forward, both individuals are finding their paths, and that’s what truly matters.