Tess Daly and Vernon Kay reportedly drifted apart before announcing their separation. The couple, who share two children, Phoebe, 21, and Amber, 16, are said to be handling the situation well and maintaining a friendly relationship.

According to sources close to them, Vernon and Tess had discussed their decision for some time before making it public. They have not yet physically separated but are dealing with the situation amicably as they have simply grown apart.

In a joint statement posted on Instagram, Tess and Vernon confirmed their separation, emphasizing their mutual respect and care for each other. They expressed their commitment to co-parenting their children and asked for privacy during this transition.

The couple first met in 2001 while working on Top of the Pops@Play. Tess recently left her role on Strictly Come Dancing, and Vernon showed support for her decision. Despite their split, they remain focused on their family and have a shared love for certain TV shows, including Strictly Come Dancing.