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Ronan and Yvonne Keating have confirmed that they are separating after 12 years of marriage.

The Boyzone star wed Irish model Yvonne in April 1998 in Nevis. They have three children together, Jack, 11, Marie, 9, and Ali, 4.

In a statement, the couple's spokesperson said: "With great sadness, Ronan and Yvonne Keating today announce their separation.

"The separation is amicable and they will continue to work together in order to provide the best for their children. The family ask for privacy at this difficult time."

Last week, it was revealed that the pop singer would be taking up a judging role on the revamped version of the Australian X Factor.




It's a shame they're divorcing after so long, but it's probably good they did, rather than stay together just for the Kids