London, Dec 29 - American comedian Chris Rock is to divorce his wife Malaak Compton-Rock after 19 years of marriage, it has been revealed.

The 'Grown Ups' star's attorney announced the split in a statement that read Rock has filed for divorce from his wife, Compton and this was a personal matter and the actor and he requested privacy as the 49-year-old actor and Compton working through this process and focus on their family, the Independent reported.

Compton also released a statement confirming the split that after much contemplation and 19 years of marriage , Rock and she had decided to go their separate ways.

Compton added that her children remain at the center of her life and their well-being is her top priority.

The American actor met his wife in 1993 and has two children. (ANI)