Leah Remini and Angelo Pagán are closing a chapter in their lives after 21 years of marriage, and they’re doing it on their own terms. The couple recently announced their decision to divorce, sharing the news in a heartfelt joint statement on social media.
The King of Queens star, 54, and Pagán, 56, have been together for nearly three decades, but after careful consideration, they decided it was time to go their separate ways. “As hard as divorce is, we are approaching this with a positive outlook because we know it’s what’s best for us,” they wrote. The pair emphasized that they are proud of how they’ve handled this transition, facing it with grace and understanding.
Though the end of their marriage is bittersweet, Remini and Pagán made it clear that they will continue to be an important part of each other’s lives. They plan to spend holidays together, watch their favorite TV shows, and maintain a close-knit family bond for the sake of their 20-year-old daughter, Sofia Bella.
In their statement, the couple reflected on how they’ve changed over the years, noting that their roles in each other’s lives no longer fit as they once did. “Our bond is still strong—it’s just evolved into something different,” they explained. Their decision to share their divorce journey with the public comes from a desire to offer others a different perspective on relationships, reminding everyone that change doesn’t mean failure.
The couple’s relationship has been in the spotlight for years, especially with their appearances on the TLC show Leah Remini: It’s All Relative. Now, as they navigate this new phase of their lives, they promise to continue sharing glimpses of their evolving relationship.
Remini and Pagán first met in 1996 and tied the knot in a Las Vegas ceremony in 2003. Their bond deepened when they both left the Church of Scientology in 2013, a move that led Remini to become one of the most vocal critics of the organization. Her journey, including the creation of the Emmy-winning series Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath, has been nothing short of courageous.