MARTINE McCutcheon has revealed she has split from husband Jack McManus after 18 years together.
The actress (48), best known for her role as Natalie, actually in love, shared the news with her 620,000 followers on Instagram.
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Martine McCutcheon separated from her husband Jack Credit: 2010 Dave M. Bennett
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The star shared this statement on InstagramCredit: Instagram
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Martine and Jack were married in 2012. Credit: Instagram/ @martinemccutheon
Martine and Jack (40) got together in the early 2000s.
The couple had a son, Rafferty, in 2015.
But now the pair are no longer together after Jack decided to put their relationship on hold.
Former EastEnders actress Martine wrote in her story: “After much thought Jack has decided it is best for us to part ways after 18 years together and I accept his decision.
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“We are both very blessed and grateful for our beautiful, 9-year-old son Rafferty, whose happiness and well-being has always been and will always be our number one priority.
“Of course, we both still cherish and look forward to being parents to our wonderful boy for the rest of our lives…
“While this decision has evolved over a period of time, we are still finding our new path forward as a family and kindly ask for some privacy at this time…
“Especially for our little boy.
“Our love for Rafferty is something that will never waver or change and we obviously want to protect him and help him feel as safe as possible.
“Thank you in advance for your respect and support in this difficult time…
“I continue to send Jack all the love, happiness and good luck for his next chapter.
Martine McCutcheon’s emotional tribute amid family loss
“Rafferty and I (as always) are rooting for you!
“Thank you all for your love and support, now and always…Martin.xx.”
Jack is a singer-songwriter who attended the famous BRIT school.
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MARTINE McCutcheon and husband Jack McManus have separated after 18 years of marriage. Here are the details.
Martine McCutcheon has revealed her split from husband Jack McManus in an emotional message posted on her Instagram Stories.
It came just weeks after the former EastEnders actress, 48, said her love for the singer, 40, was “unconditional” – and she was looking forward to their “next chapter”.
Jack is a singer and songwriter who attended the famous BRIT school.
The couple met at a live music venue in Piccadilly in the early 2000s.
Speaking about when they first met, Martine previously admitted: “We saw each other and that was it.”
The former couple married in 2012 on Lake Como in Italy.
The couple had a son, Rafferty, in 2015.
On August 22, 2024, Martine announced the breakup on social media.
The couple met at a live music venue in Piccadilly in the early 2000s.
Speaking about when they first met, Martine previously admitted: “We saw each other and that was it.”
The former couple married in 2012 on Lake Como in Italy.
The news comes as a big shock because just a few hours before, Martina shared a stunning photo of herself in a swimsuit while sunbathing in the garden.
Martine, singer of Perfect Moment, admitted: “Not a cloud in the sky…
“Wonderful, so happy to be here and to be looked after by @eydieconn.”
Earlier this month Martine, who shot to fame playing Tiffany Mitchell in EastEnders, wished Jack a happy 40th birthday with a selection of photos from over the years.
One photo shows Jack and Rafferty and then another of them looking glamorous as they went out for a drink.
“Dear Jack, happy 40th birthday darling. I know it’s strange and bittersweet because you lost your dear dad, Mick and he was your best friend…” Martine said.
“It’s so hard to see that you miss someone so much, but you know when I lost my brother, I understand your sadness and pain.
“And I also know that in time you will appreciate the gift of even having such a central role in your life and that it will always be with you.”
He also appeared on her network in June when she paid tribute to him on Father’s Day.
She wrote: “Today is about remembering, honoring and showing our gratitude to you! @jackmcmanus1 you really are the best dad and friend to Rafferty and I know you couldn’t love him more!
“Rafferty is so blessed that you show him the way in life… Thank you for all you do…
“Parenting isn’t always easy – anyone can be a father, but being a present and loving role model – putting in the consistent work day in and day out is what makes the real difference.”
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Martine with Jack and their son Rafferty Credit: Instagram
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A few hours before the news, Martine shared a photo of herself in a swimsuitCredit: Instagram
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