Leah Remini and Angelo Pagán, who have been together for 21 years and married since 2003, recently announced their separation in a joint Instagram post on August 29. The couple explained that their decision followed considerable reflection and care, expressing a positive outlook despite the challenges of divorce, as they believe it is what is best for them.
Remini and Pagán first crossed paths in 1996 when he was performing at the Cuban club El Floridita in Los Angeles. Pagán, a performer from a young age, has made multiple guest appearances in Remini’s television projects, including CBS shows “The King of Queens,” “Kevin Can Wait,” and “Fired Up.” The couple also starred together in two seasons of the TLC reality show “Leah Remini: It’s All Relative,” which aired from 2014 to 2015.
Pagán’s career spans various roles; he has appeared in series like “Bosch: Legacy,” “Shameless,” and “The Last Ship,” as well as films such as “Garlic & Gunpowder” and “7th and Union.” He also co-owns Vivian’s Millennium Café in Studio City, California, alongside Remini’s family. His social media reflects his roles as an actor, singer, producer, and family man.
The couple shares a daughter, Sofia Bella, born in 2004, while Pagán also has three sons from a previous relationship. Remini has shared insights about their relationship journey, particularly at the start when they faced difficulties, including Pagán’s history of infidelity. In her 2015 memoir, she described falling in love with him while also dealing with the complexities of his earlier marriage.
Despite their challenging beginnings, Remini has acknowledged that they sought counseling and were able to strengthen their bond over the years, with Pagán being a significant support in her life.