Billie Piper And Laurence Fox Announce Split
The couple say "no third parties are involved" and appeal for privacy for themselves and their two sons.
Thursday 24 March 2016 07:48, UK
Billie Piper and Laurence Fox have announced they are separating after more than eight years of marriage.
The couple, who have two sons together, appealed for "space and privacy" in a statement on Fox's official Facebook page.
Lewis star Fox, 37, and pop singer-turned-actress Piper, 33, married in December 2007.
The statement read: "Laurence Fox and Billie Piper have separated. No third parties are involved.
"For the sake of our family we request and appeal for space and privacy at this time."
Fox was forced to apologise earlier this month for swearing at a heckler while performing in a play.
The actor's outburst came during his portrayal of French statesman Charles de Gaulle in The Patriotic Traitor at London's Park Theatre.
Piper was previously married to radio host Chris Evans, who is 16 years her senior.
The pair separated in 2004 before divorcing in May 2007.
Fox is a member of the famous acting dynasty which includes his father James, best known for The Servant and Downton Abbey.
His uncle Edward starred in The Day Of The Jackal, while Fox's cousins Emilia and Freddie also act.