JAMES Haskell and Chloe Madeley have confirmed the end of their five-year marriage.
The couple secretly split in September – just 13 months after the birth of their daughter Bodhi.
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Chloe Madeley has announced that her marriage to James Haskell is over. Credit: Getty
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The couple married in 2018. Credit: Getty
In a joint statement, Chloe said: “James and I have mutually decided to separate at the end of September 2023.
“We had not planned to release a statement at this time – certainly not while the television show was airing – but the constant speculation about our marriage unfortunately forced us to.
“Other than this statement, we will not be speaking publicly about this matter and would request privacy at this time.
“Our only focus now is our beautiful daughter. We will continue to co-parent only with love.”
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James later shared a statement online, adding: “It is with great sadness that I write this post, but unfortunately, in the world we live in, it has to be done.
“My priority is the happiness and safety of my daughter and Chloe. For this reason, I will not comment further.”
The Sun can reveal the couple, who met on Instagram, both took off their wedding rings six weeks ago – contrary to reports they fell out after James, 38, was seen talking to the woman outside London’s Chiltern Firehouse.
Pictures have emerged of the former Wasps star speaking to PR boss Maxine Bridge at 1.30am.
However, friends of the couple insist that this is not the cause of their split.
Last night, a source added: “Chloe and James have struggled for a long time to make their marriage work.
“Having a young child and James being away so often would take its toll on anyone. But some of James’ behavior has been disturbing, and he knows it.
“The couple have made the incredibly difficult decision to step down so they can focus on their daughter and being the best parents they can be. “Things are completely civil between them and they will remain friends. Bodhi comes first.”
The news of their split followed weeks of frantic speculation that the couple were in trouble.
They were also accused of using the rumors as a “PR stunt” for personal trainer Chloe.
However, this was not the case – the couple planned to maintain a united front so as not to distract from the show.
The source added: “It was very frustrating for Chloe as she was desperate to focus solely on the show which had gone down really well with viewers.
“The whole premise of the show was that she and James kept things real and didn’t hide their fights and everyday reality.
“They actually planned to announce they were splitting at the end of the year so as not to garner unwanted PR for A Family Affair.”
On last week’s show, Chloe was seen fuming after James posted topless photos of the girls during a DJ set.
After the World Cup final on Saturday, coach Chloe, 36, went to London with friends for Halloween. James watched the finale with his drinking buddies.
While James has music residencies abroad most of the week, Chloe takes care of their daughter and runs a successful PT business and podcast, The EC Method
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The pair seem to be living separate lives in recent weeks Credit: Rex
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