‘Law & Order’ star Vincent D’Onofrio files for divorce from wife Carin van der Donk after 26 years

2023-06-14 14:21

While Vincent D'Onofrio and Carin van der Donk have resolved most issues in court, the custody of their 15-year-old son is still unresolved

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: 'Law & Order' star Vincent D’Onofrio, 63, appeared in a New York City court to file for divorce from his wife, Carin van der Donk, 51, on Monday, June 12. The couple, who had been married for 26 years and share two sons, is currently in the midst of a custody battle over their 15-year-old son, Luka.

Vincent initiated the divorce proceedings by filing the necessary papers at the Manhattan Supreme Court on Monday. Although many aspects of the divorce case have been resolved, the matter of "custody is unresolved," as stated by Judge Kathleen Waterman-Marshall. The court has scheduled the next hearing for September 19 to further address this issue.

Who is Carin van der Donk?

Van der Donk is a model and photographer. Throughout her marriage to D'Onofrio, she has accompanied her husband to numerous movie premieres and red-carpet events. Despite their temporary separation in the early 2000s, they found a way to keep their marriage afloat. Currently, she is focussing on exploring her photography skills, and often showcases her work on her Instagram page, while also prioritizing her responsibilities as a mother.

Vincent D'Onofrio and Carin van der Donk's relationship

Carin began dating Vincent in 1996, and the couple exchanged vows on March 22, 1997. In December 1999, they welcomed their first child, Elias Gene D'Onofrio. However, their marriage faced a challenging period in the early 2000s, leading them to separate.

Despite announcing their split, D'Onofrio and van der Donk stayed together for the sake of their eldest son, Elias. Soon, they reconciled and were back together. In 2008, they had their second son, Luka.

Throughout their relationship, the duo have been spotted together at various red-carpet events and movie premieres, from attending the Los Angeles premiere of 'Daredevil' in 2003 to joining the 'Tribeca Film Festival' for the premiere of 'Speed Racer' in 2008. Their appearance at the premiere of 'Run All Night' in New York City on March 9, 2015, further exemplified their enduring bond. While D'Onofrio has gained recognition for his roles in films including 'Full Metal Jacket', 'Men in Black' and 'The Cell', as well as his portrayal of Detective Robert Goren in 'Law & Order', his personal life has also garnered subsequent attention. D'Onofrio also shares a daughter, Leila George, with his ex-girlfriend, Italian actress Greta Scacchi. George was married to Sean Penn.