Leah Remini Announces Split From Angelo Pagan After 21 Years
Los Angeles, CA — Actress Leah Remini, best known for her role in the hit sitcom “The King of Queens,” has announced that she and her husband, Angelo Pagán, are filing for divorce after more than two decades of marriage. The couple, who tied the knot in 2003, have been together for an impressive 28 years.
In a heartfelt Instagram post shared on Thursday, August 29, Remini explained that the decision to end their marriage was not taken lightly.
She wrote, “After 28 years together and 21 years of marriage, we have decided to file for divorce. This decision came after a lot of thought and care, and as hard as divorce is, we are approaching this with a positive outlook because we know it’s what’s best for us.”
Leah Remini and Angelo Pagán Split but Vow to Stay Close for Daughter
Remini and Pagán, who share a daughter named Sofia (born in 2004), emphasized that their bond remains strong despite the separation. They have chosen to be transparent about their split, given their previous openness about their relationship on VH1 specials and their reality show, “Leah Remini: It’s All Relative,” which aired from 2014 to 2015.
“We are sharing this unknown territory with you all as we take our first steps into this next stage of our lives publicly,”
Remini stated. “We would love for everyone to have more access to different kinds of relationship stories and not feel so isolated in navigating the changes that millions of couples make every year. We hope our journey can inspire others to see that relationships—whether they change or end—aren’t failures.”
The couple’s decision to part ways reflects their growth as individuals. Remini acknowledged that both she and Pagán had changed over the years, and their roles within the marriage no longer fit.
Despite this, they remain best friends and continue to celebrate holidays together as a family.
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Fans Reactions
As fans expressed their support and curiosity about this new chapter in Remini’s life, the actress assured them that she and Pagán will keep sharing snippets of their lives. Their enduring friendship and commitment to co-parenting their daughter serve as a testament to the success of their long-lasting marriage.
Leah Remini’s announcement has resonated with many, reminding us that relationships evolve and that sometimes parting ways is a courageous step toward personal growth and happiness.
