Singer Ellie Goulding and her husband Caspar Jopling have each confirmed they have split in separate statements.
With both statements uploaded to Goulding’s Instagram stories, Jopling, a 31-year-old art dealer, wrote: ”I feel (sadly) that I need to say something on mine and Ellie’s current relationship. that I hope more than anything will make any final tabloid speculation disappear.
“Ellie and I made the decision to separate some time ago. Our immediate family and close friends have known for some time – otherwise we chose to do what we could to keep this private.
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“Ellie and I remain the closest of friends and, most importantly, ‘co-parents to the best kiddo in the world, Arthur. This is the last I want to say on this and please ask that you respect mine and Ellie’s privacy. Thanks a lot Caspar.”
The 37-year-old singer followed with her own statement, which read: “In light of recent stories, I feel I have been left with no choice but to let you all know that Caspar and I privately separated some time ago.
“We remain the closest of friends and have been successfully co-parenting with our sons best interests at heart. We are committed to protecting our family privacy and thank people in advance for respecting our wishes – we won’t be commenting further. Thank you.”
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The pair wed in 2019 and share one son, Arthur, born 2021.
The statements come after confusion reigned when Goulding was pictured frolicking in the ocean with another man during her vacation in Costa Rica.
The man is reported to be Armando Perez, a local surfing instructor. Photos from The Sun yesterday show the pair enjoying their time in their water, kissing and hugging each other.