After twenty years of marriage and three children, Chris Rock's ex-wife, Malaak Compton-Rock, and the comedian went their separate ways. Since her divorce, Malaak Compton-Rock found love again, and judging by her Instagram stories, it is with a man who loves to cook.
Over a series of Instagram stories, Malaak gave fans a sneak peek at her date with her new partner. They started their Sunday afternoon date in the city with Bloody Marys and a quiche topped with caviar.
Then, Malaak's "bae" proved he knew his way around the kitchen when she shared a snap of his mouth-watering "famous west African-inspired lemon chicken." It was not the first time Malaak's mystery man appeared on her social media.
Malaak Compton-Rock at the 2015 Children's Defense Fund Beat The Odds Gala on March 4, 2015, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
On January 9, she celebrated the "amazing man and human being" she confessed to loving on his birthday with a collection of pictures of the couple.
Malaak Compton-Rock Went on Romantic Trips With Her Long-time Partner
In 2021, Malaak and her partner caught the travel bug, and she documented their romantic escapades around the world. On January 1, 2021, the couple called in the new year with a trip to Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, followed by "a lovely, lovely" vacation to Croatia.
In the caption of the Instagram post, Malaak revealed that they enjoyed good food and wine while soaking up the beautiful sights. Apart from documenting their travels, Malaak also took to Instagram to celebrate her man on special occasions. In honor of his 60th birthday, Malaak shared multiple snaps of the couple, and in the caption, she wrote:
"A great man. A great friend. A great father. And a great partner. Been around the world and back in two and a half years. Looking forward to more wonderful adventures! And sweetheart, 60 never looked so good!"
Malaak Compton-Rock and Chris Rock at the 2013 Peace, Love & A Cure Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation Benefit on May 21, 2013, in New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
Fans of the couple took to Malaak's comments section and shared, "One incredibly lucky man! I'm jealous, but in a good way." Another wrote, "Wishing health and happiness."
Chris Rock & Malaak Were Married for 20 Years Before the Finalization of Their Divorce
In 2014, Malaak announced that she and her former husband were going their separate ways after years of marriage and welcoming children. In a statement, Chris' ex-wife said, "After much contemplation and 19 years of marriage, Chris and I have decided to go our separate ways."
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