The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Dorit Kemsley shared a sad update with her fans, announcing her split from husband Paul “PK” Kemsley after nine years of marriage. Dorit and PK joined the cast of RHOBH in season 7 and have fascinated viewers ever since with their sophisticated, global lifestyle. Although the couple appears to be polar opposites, as Dorit is high maintenance and PK is more laid back, they have always supported each other and maintained a united front during conflicts with their co-stars.
Although Dorit and PK have demonstrated their close bond over the years RHOBHTheir marriage was not without its challenges. Dorit previously addressed the difficult times she and PK were going through on the show. PK was often away from his family on business and Dorit's personal struggles worsened in his absence. Now, the two have officially decided to separate for a while as they navigate the next steps in their relationship.
Inside Dorit and PK's Wedding
They juggle parents and business
Dorit and PK are parents to two young children, son Jagger and daughter Phoenix. The couple is a prime example of Beverly Hills sophistication, with an immaculate home and frequent appearances by family friend Boy George. During her time on the show, Dorit built her swimwear company, Beverly Beach. Meanwhile, PK frequently traveled abroad on business in his native England. Both PK and Dorit were the target of lawsuits, which they openly addressed on the show as the cost of running a successful business.
In 2021, Dorit was robbed at gunpoint during a terrifying home invasion while her children were sleeping in their bedrooms. PK was in London at the time. In seasons 12 and 13 of ROBH, Dorit shared her experience with the resulting PTSD, something PK had trouble understanding. During a filmed therapy session, PK questioned the extent of Dorit's PTSD and wondered if she sometimes used it as an excuse. Although the trauma of the robbery brought the couple closer in some ways, it also caused Dorit to live with anxiety, and she didn't always feel supported by PK.
Dorit Addressed Her Season 13 Struggle
She admitted that they spent time apart
Dorit and PK have been open about the state of their relationship through good times and bad, and in Season 13, Dorit acknowledged that she and PK were struggling. She opened up about her PK disconnect with co-star Kyle Richards, who was in the middle of a split from husband Mauricio Umansky. When PK surprised Dorit on their anniversary with a luxurious night at a hotel, she couldn't shake her anxiety enough to appreciate his efforts.
It became apparent that although the couple cared deeply for each other, they were no longer emotionally connected.
At the season 13 reunion, Bravo star Dorit gave an update on the status of her marriage. She said that her relationship with PK worsened after filming ended and that he even stayed in a hotel for several weeks. However, at the time of recording the reunion, Dorit said that they were in a better situation than ever, which she attributed it to PK's newfound sobriety. She seemed optimistic about the state of their relationship while also acknowledging the depth of their divide.
Dorit and PK announced their separation
They continue to work on their relationship
Dorit announced her split from PK in an Instagram post on May 9, 2024. The statement addressed their struggles in recent years and the scrutiny they have faced. Dorit framed the separation as an attempt”to safely protect our deep friendship and maintain a harmonious environment for our children.”There is no mention of how long the couple has been officially separated. Dorit last posted photos with PK on March 7, for his birthday.
Dorit and PK's statement emphasizes how they are prioritizing their children. Their statement makes it clear that Dorit and PK still love and care for each other. It's respectable that they decided to part ways before their relationship soured beyond repair. While separation is never easy, it is even more challenging when the marriage is shown on television over the years.
After witnessing Dorit and PK's fights, especially during The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills in season 13, the news of their split hardly comes as a shock. As countless couples have discovered, appearing on a reality show can intensify any existing problems in a relationship. However, Dorit and PK clearly care deeply about each other and have repaired their relationship before. Their separation will force them to evaluate whether they can put their problems behind them once and for all.
Dorit and PK discussed their breakup in Season 14
They've had problems for years
RHOBH Season 14 premiered on November 19, after more than a year since Season 13. Just minutes into the first episode, Dorit was talking to her co-star Erika Jayne and told her bluntly that she and PK were broken up. Erika, in shock, couldn't believe what she was hearing. Several episodes have aired since then, with PK even talking to Kyle's ex-husband Mauricio Umansky about his situation. So far, it seems Dorit and PK needed a break from each other after the robbery and PK's drinking problem.
During RHOBH season 14, episode 2, Dorit and PK later sit down together at dinner to discuss the problems in their marriage and what went wrong. From their short conversation, it seems that Dorit and PK still love each other, but can no longer commit to a relationship. PK loves being social, while Dorit is content to stay home with the kids. They left the conversation at that, hoping there will be more to discuss later in the season.
Will Dorit and PK get back together?
never say Never
As for whether Dorit and PK will get back together, there is still a possibility. Although Dorit makes it seem like they probably won't be in a relationship anymore, the two have so much love for each other that it's hard to imagine Dorit without PK and vice versa. The two have a lot to work on in their marriage, but it seems neither of them is willing to compromise.especially PK. Dorit has changed and he's not happy about it. Hopefully, now that PK is sober, he will want to spend more time with his family, which can bring them back together.
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