Ananova:

Kym and Jack Ryder have announced they are splitting up.

The news comes after seven years together.

In a statement, a spokesperson said:

"Their separation is amicable and they remain friends, with Jack continuing to see Kym's children, David and Emily.

"There is noone else involved in the break-up of their marriage.

"Neither Jack nor Kym will be commenting further to the press, and in consideration of the children's emotional welfare they have requested the media respect their privacy on this occasion."