When the highly anticipated Season 14 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills premieres, fans may meet a version of Dorit Kemsley they've never met before: Dorit as she navigates the possibility of being single. Yes, it's true: Dorit and Paul "PK" Kemsley confirmed their separation earlier this year.
The duo, who wed in March 2015, announced their separation via a (since-deleted) joint Instagram statement in early May 2024.
"We as a couple have been subject to a lot of speculation about our marriage. We have had our struggles over the last few years and continue to work through them as two people who love each other and share two amazing children together,” they said in the post. “To safeguard our deep friendship and maintain a harmonious environment for our children we have made the mutual and difficult decision to take some time apart and reevaluate our relationship while we prioritize our children. We appreciate your love and support while we continue to do the work necessary throughout this journey."
Ahead, discover what happened to Dorit and PK — and look back at their relationship and get all the latest news about their split.
How did Dorit Kemsley meet PK Kemsley?
According to Dorit, the couple's love story didn't exactly begin at first sight. Instead, it started soon after they were first introduced by mutual friends.
"When we finally went on our first date, we had the best time," Dorit recalled of the 2011 romance on a The Skinny Confidential Him & Her Podcast episode in March 2024. "And really from that night, we were inseparable ... I may not have known he was the one, but there was something distinctly different than with anyone else. It was like I'd known him my whole life."
Details on Dorit and PK Kemsley's wedding
Four years later, they sealed the deal at New York City’s iconic Rainbow Room on March 7, 2015. The ‘20s-themed nuptials included a performance by close friend Boy George. “It was everything we wanted,” Dorit previously told Grace Ormonde Wedding Style of the “elegant, warm and luxurious” event.
What happened to PK and Dorit Kemsley that caused split?
When Dorit and PK announced their split, many fans were blindsided ... mostly because Dorit had said they were doing "better than ever" only months earlier during Part 2 of the RHOBH Season 13 reunion. (The reunion filmed in late January 2024.)
After a fan brought up the statement on Dorit's Instagram post — "Wait I thought y’all were stronger than ever?" they wrote — the fashionista shared some more insight.
"We were. Sh-t happens," she replied. "It’s called life — try it sometime. One day at a time."
During the Season 13 reunion, Dorit had also chatted more about their marital struggles, noting that "things got progressively worse" after filming for the season wrapped.
"PK was drinking a lot — and he's a drinker — [but] I just think it's difficult to have clear-headed conversations when he's drinking so much. So, he gave up drinking," she shared. "He's actually been sober for, I think, 49 days. That was a very pivotal moment so things are, knock on wood, as good as they can possibly be.”
(PK has been open about his journey and confirmed that in September 2024 he was officially 9 months sober.)
Are Dorit and PK Kemsley still married?
Although Dorit and PK are separated, neither party has filed for divorce. This means that, yes, they are still legally married.
How old are Dorit and PK Kemsley?
As far as Bravoleb couple age gaps go, Dorit and PK are certainly part of the same generation. Dorit was born July 14, 1976 — meaning she turned 48 in 2024 — while PK was born August 23, 1967 (he turned 57).
Despite their split, Dorit took to Instagram to share an ode to PK on his birthday.
“Happy birthday,” she captioned a cute selfie of their family, which she posted to her Story. “Lots of love from me and the munchkins.”
Dorit and PK Kemsley's kids, Jagger and Phoenix
Dorit and PK share two kids. Their son, Jagger, was born in 2014. Their daughter, Phoenix, was born in 2016. PK also has three children from a previous relationship.
In September 2024, Dorit brought her kids on the "most magical vacation" to Mexico — making due on her and PK's promise to prioritize the little ones during their split.
Co-parenting seems to be going well, as PK has also been spending plenty of quality time with Jagger and Phoenix.
"Nothing’s gonna stop us having fun," he captioned an adorable September 2024 Instagram video of them lip syncing and dancing to "Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now."
Dorit and Paul "PK" Kemsley's house
Dorit and PK own a six-bedroom mansion in Encino. They bought the family-friendly, 9,000-square-foot property in spring 2021 to the tune of 6.5 million dollars.
Later that fall, the couple's home was robbed. The event that left Dorit struggling with PTSD, which PK found hard to understand.
As for the estranged couple's living arrangement, it's unknown whether or not they're staying in the same house.
Are Dorit Kemsley and PK Kemsley getting back together?
As of now, it's unclear what the future holds for Dorit and PK. In a July 2024 interview with TMZ, Dorit was questioned on this very subject ... and admitted she doesn't know if they'll come back from the split.
“Oh, I don’t know. It’s not a question just for me, you know?” she said. “One step at a time. One step at a time.”
Will Paul Kemsley and Dorit Kemsley divorce?
As mentioned, it's unknown what is next for the pair as they navigate their separation and estrangement.
Are Dorit Kemsley and Kyle Richards friends amid their separations?
In the time since they announced their spilt, Dorit and PK have been spending time with their kids, as well as their friends.
Dorit and Kyle Richards haven't quite found their way back to each other amid friendship issues that began earlier this year. (Kyle has been navigating her own separation from Mauricio Umansky.) However, Dorit has been leaning on others she's pals with including Dorinda Medley and "BFF forever," artist Javier Gomez.
For PK, that means being there alongside Boy George on his tour and catching up with Mauricio Umansky, who have remained friends amid their recent respective marital issues and possible divorces.
You can follow the pair's journey by checking out old season of RHOBH on Peacock.
