Chris Rock is currently not married to anyone. He was married to Malaak Compton-Rock but then they later sought divorce in 2016.
Malaak Compton-Rock and Chris Rock were married for nearly two decades. Talking about his current personal life update during his live Netflix special, "Chris Rock: Selective Outrage," in 2023, Chris Rock shared an update on his relationship status, and revealed that he is currently single. Rock said, "I'm single. I've been single for a long time," he said. "I was married for a long time. I was dating somebody for a while. Now I'm single."
Before this live show, reports claimed that Rock had found love in actress Lake Bell. The two were reportedly dating each other in 2022 and were also often spotted spending time in the city. However, after his revelation of being single, Rock made news for indirectly implying that he and Bell had gone their separate ways. The two have now officially confirmed the news of their separation.
When did Chris Rock marry Malaak Compton-Rock-Rock?
Chris Rock and Malaak Compton-Rock had met each other during an industry party and from there the two fell in love with each other. Things turned pretty serious between the two and they got married in 1996. Rock and Compton were married to each other till 2016.
Although her husband was a very famous comedian and actor, Malaak Compton-Rock still kept herself much away from the eyes of the media. There isn't much information available on the love life of Rock and his now ex-wife Malaak Compton-Rock.
Why did Malaak Compton-Rock and Chris Rock get divorced?
Malaak Compton-Rock and Chris Rock shocked everyone after announcing their separation in 2014. She explained: "Chris and I have decided to go our separate ways. While recognizing that this is a significant change, my children remain at the center of my life and their well-being is my top priority. It is in this spirit that I sincerely ask that their privacy and the privacy of our family be respected during this transition in our lives."
According to some reports, Malaak Compton-Rock and Chris Rock sought to get a divorce after 19 years because of Rock's infidelity. However, the two never officially revealed why they decided to split. The two finalized their divorce in 2016.
Did Chris Rock cheat on ex-wife Malaak Compton-Rock?
Yes, Chris Rock accepted that he had cheated on his ex-wife Malaak Compton-Rock. Chris admitted to cheating on Compton in an interview with Rolling Stone. He also made the revelation in his other Netflix special, Tamborine. "I cheated. I'm serious. I'm not bragging. I cheated. But, then, you know what happens? Your woman finds out. And now she's new. She's never the same again."
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