Chris Rock: "I wasn't a good husband," his revelations about his divorce

In a new interview, the comedian looks back on his mistakes and the years spent rebuilding himself.

Chris Rock isn't trying to paint himself in a good light. In an interview published on November 3, 2026, the comedian reflects on his marital mistakes and the difficult period following his divorce. He reaffirms a statement he'd already made on stage: "I wasn't a good husband."

These revelations aren't about another breakup. The actor is talking about his past divorce and the time it took him to get his life back on track. He explains that this breakup also impacted his work schedule.

An unflinching look at his mistakes

When questioned about statements made in his show "Tamborine," in which he notably acknowledged his infidelities and lack of listening skills, Chris Rock did not deny them. "It's not something I'm proud of," he replied, in essence, before describing a period that brought him back to a more humble state.

He also mentions his past pornography use and claims to have stopped watching it five or six years ago. These statements are his own. This is neither a new testimony from his ex-wife nor an accusation made by a third party.

The divorce, then the need to rebuild

The comedian partly attributes the twelve years between "Top Five," released in 2014, and his new film "Misty Green" to this breakup. He then resumed touring, both to work and to regain financial stability after the divorce.

The time spent rebuilding his life, the shows, and the pandemic all contributed to the gap between his two projects. He also talks about his recourse to therapy during a period when his personal life no longer resembled what he had hoped for.

A return to cinema with "Misty Green"

At 61, Chris Rock returns behind the camera with "Misty Green," his fourth feature film as a director. The film follows a talented actress struggling to find her place in Hollywood, played by Rosalind Eleazar.

The interview thus connects his personal revelations to his current work. Chris Rock acknowledges what he did wrong in his relationship, while describing the progress he has made since that time.