LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Vincent D'Onofrio, the renowned actor known for his role in 'Law & Order,' has recently been making headlines not for his acting prowess but his personal life. As he navigates divorcing his wife, Carin van der Donk, the custody battle over their 15-year-old son, Luka D'Onofrio, has become a point of contention.
Vincent D'Onofrio and Carin van der Donk were married for 26 years and have two children together. Their eldest son, Elias Gene D'Onofrio, was born in December 1999, shortly after their wedding. The couple's second son, Luka D'Onofrio, came into the world in 2008, completing their family. In addition, Vincent D'Onofrio has a 31-year-old daughter, Leila George D'Onofrio, with his ex-wife, Greta Scacchi.
However, as their marriage ended, Vincent D'Onofrio and Carin van der Donk found themselves in the midst of a custody battle over their younger son, Luka D'Onofrio. While many aspects of their divorce case have been resolved, the matter of "custody is unresolved" as declared by Judge Kathleen Waterman-Marshall. The judge has set Vincent D’Onofrio's next court hearing for September 19. Here's what we know about Vincent's children from two separate relationships.
1. Elias Gene D'Onofrio
Vincent D'Onofrio and Carin van der Donk's oldest son Elias Gene D'Onofrio, whose exact date of birth is unknown, entered the world in December 1999. As of June 2023, he is 23 years old. He shares a special bond with his younger brother, Luka D'Onofrio, and has a beautiful half-sister named Leila George D'Onofrio. Elias Gene D'Onofrio is also the grandson of Gennaro D'Onofrio and Phyllis D'Onofrio.
While Elias Gene D'Onofrio maintains a low profile on social media and is not active on any platforms, his father, Vincent D'Onofrio, takes it upon himself to keep everyone informed about Elias's endeavors through his own Instagram and Twitter accounts. Elias Gene D'Onofrio is currently not employed and enjoys a comfortable lifestyle supported by the substantial wealth of his parents. Consequently, he has not pursued any long-term jobs though he has dabbled in acting.
2. Luka D'Onofrio
Luka D'Onofrio, born in 2008, is widely recognized as the second child of Carin Van Der Donk and Vincent D'Onofrio. While the exact date of Luka D'Onofrio's birth remains undisclosed, he is known for being Vincent's treasured youngest son.
Although Luka D'Onofrio has not yet shown a clear inclination to follow in his father's footsteps and pursue a career in film or acting, he exhibits a strong passion for playing the piano. He is currently at the center of a custody battle between his parents.
3. Leila George
Leila George D'Onofrio, the talented Australian actress, has carved a path of success in the world of film and television, following in the footsteps of her renowned parents. Born on March 20, 1992, she is the daughter of the acclaimed actor Vincent D'Onofrio and his ex-wife and actress Greta Scacchi.
While Leila George D'Onofrio's acting career has garnered attention, her personal life has also captivated the public's interest. In 2020, she made headlines when married actor Sean Penn. The couple have a significant age difference of over 30 years. Their union, which took place on July 30, 2020, was kept under wraps, generating speculation and curiosity among fans and media alike.
However, approximately a year after their marriage, Leila George D'Onofrio and Sean Penn decided to part ways, filing for divorce. The dissolution of their marriage was finalized by a judge, with court documents citing "irreconcilable differences" that led to the breakdown of their relationship. Throughout this process, Leila has been seen spending time with her step-siblings from Vincent D'Onofrio's previous marriage.
In an interview Sean Penn openly addressed their separation, expressing remorse for his role in the marriage's failure. "There's a woman who I'm so in love with, Leila George D'Onofrio, who I only see on a day-to-day basis now, because I f---ed up the marriage. We were married technically for one year, but for five years, I was a very neglectful guy," he told Hollywood Authentic.
He admitted that he did not "cheat or any of that obvious s—" but that his drinking and obsession of "watching the news," primarily the "Trump era," and "just despairing" played a role in their separation. Recently, the Australian actress was linked with her 'Animal Kingdom' costar Ben Robson after they were spotted on a beach in Sydney, Australia in March.
