Ainsley Harriott's split from wife of 23 years as he admitted 'still having feelings' for her
ok.co.ukAinsley Harriott, one of Britain's most popular TV chefs, announced his split from wife Clare after a 23-year marriage in 2012.The culinary personality and his spouse mutually decided to part ways, although things remain amicable between the pair.
At the time, a representative for Ainsley, now 67, stated: "Following media speculation, Ainsley and Clare confirm that they are currently living apart." They added: "Their separation is completely amicable and, as yet, they have no definite plans for the future." Echoing the respectful nature of their split, the statement continued: "They remain close and, together with their family, they ask that their privacy be respected." The statement concluded with the words: "They will be making no further comment.", reports the Mirror.
Together, Ainsley and Clare shared a £1million home located in South London and two grown-up children; Jimmy and Maddie. Being a familiar face on British screens, Ainsley achieved considerable fame on BBC's Good Morning before taking over from Fern Britton as host on Ready Steady Cook in 2000, although the show was subsequently axed in 2010.
In February 2024, he starred in a new five-part series named Ainsely’s Taste of Malta, where he got to experience the culinary delights of the country.
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