Leah Remini Files for Divorce from Angelo Pagan – No Lawyer Like J.Lo

Leah Remini has followed in the footsteps of her close friend, Jennifer Lopez, regarding marriage separations. Court documents reveal that Remini filed for divorce from Angelo Pagan on August 29 without the representation of a lawyer. This choice mirrors Lopez, who also opted not to use legal counsel when she filed for divorce from Ben Affleck on August 20.

In her court filing, Remini noted the separation date with Pagan as August 1, 2024, and cited “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for their marital breakdown. Furthermore, she stated that neither party would seek spousal support, and there was no request for child support given that their daughter, Sofia, is now 20 years old.

The friendship between Remini and Lopez has faced scrutiny recently, particularly after Remini missed Lopez’s wedding to Affleck in August 2022 due to her daughter’s college commitments. Their current relationship status remains unclear, but there have been hints of tension. Michelle Visage, a close friend of Remini, hinted on a September 2023 episode of the “Las Culturistas” podcast that the two may no longer be as close as they once were.

When pressed about Remini and Lopez’s friendship, Visage offered no comment, leaving fans to speculate. On Instagram, Remini officially announced her separation from Pagan after spending 28 years together, including 21 years of marriage. She expressed that the decision followed much contemplation and care, stating that while divorce is challenging, they were approaching the situation positively.

Remini reflected on their long-lasting friendship despite their marital split. She noted that they would continue to share holidays, watch favorite television shows together, and gather as a family, highlighting the strong bond that still exists. The actress articulated that both had changed over time, suggesting that their roles within the marriage no longer suited them, leading to their decision to separate.

While expressing sadness over the end of their romantic relationship, Remini also emphasized her belief that their marriage was a “huge success.” She hoped that their journey could serve as inspiration to others, showing that changes in relationships do not equate to failure.

Remini’s divorce filing occurred shortly after Lopez and Affleck’s separation news. Lopez had filed for divorce from Affleck, requesting the restoration of her legal name to Jennifer Lynn Lopez, citing irreconcilable differences for their split. The date for Lopez and Affleck’s separation was noted as April 26, 2024, hinting at underlying issues in their relationship that had reportedly begun earlier that month.

It’s notable that the date Lopez chose to file for divorce also coincided with the anniversary of their second wedding ceremony in Georgia, which occurred in August 2022, following a secret Las Vegas wedding. Sources have indicated that the timing of her filing was a significant statement to Affleck, emphasizing their differences leading up to the split.

Furthermore, insiders have suggested that Lopez and Affleck had begun to acknowledge their incompatibility before the divorce, with sentiments that they were simply too different. Reports also indicated that they had previously agreed on the terms for their divorce before the filing took place, stating that the decision was well-planned.

Ultimately, the involvement of both high-profile figures in recent split announcements has raised eyebrows, and the impact of their decisions on their longstanding friendships may be a discussion point moving forward.