Entertainment

Chris Rock and wife Malaak Compton-Rock headed for divorce

/ CBS/AP

LOS ANGELES -- Chris Rock filed for divorce from his wife Malaak Compton-Rock, a statement from his representative confirmed Sunday.

Chris Rock on "Top Five," comedy and race

The statement went on to specify that Rock and his family request privacy as they go through this process because it is a personal matter.

Comedian Chris Rock and philanthropist Malaak Compton-Rock had been married for 19 years and have two daughters, Lola Simone, 12, and Zahra Savannah, 10.

Rock's new film, "Top Five," opened earlier this month.

First published on December 28, 2014 / 6:29 PM EST

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