Blair Underwood’s wife has filed for divorce.
Blair and Desiree Underwood
The 'L.A. Law' actor and Desiree DaCosta announced last month they were separating after 27 years together and now the 'Another 48 Hours' star has filed for dissolution of marriage, The Blast reports.
Desiree DaCosta, has filed for divorce from the actor after 27 years of marriage.
When the couple - who married in September 1994 - announced their separation, they vowed to remain "the best of friends" and pledged to put their three adult children, daughter Brielle, 22, and sons Blake, 19, and Paris, 24, first.
In a joint statement shared to Instagram, they said: “After a tremendous amount of thought, prayer & work on ourselves individually & collectively, we have come to the conclusion to end our marriage that began 27 years ago.
“It has truly been a beautifully journey. Our proudest achievements are our three incredible children. Three souls to which God entrusted us.
“We continue to be awed & humbled by the blessings of parenting. We have always put their best interests first & will continue to do so.
“We will continue to be the best of friends and co-parents and have the utmost respect for one another as we embark upon this new chapter of our lives, separately.”
The 'Quantico' star and Desiree, both 56, also appealed for "privacy and understanding" while they came to terms with their split.
They added: “We thank you all for all your support throughout the years & we humbly ask for privacy & understanding during this new season of change. Blair & Desiree Underwood.”