Ellie Goulding confirms split from husband Caspar Jopling in emotional statement

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Ellie Goulding has confirmed that she's split from husband of four years Caspar Jopling.The singer announced the news on Instagram today (February 23) and said they "privately separated some time ago." In an emotional statement, the 37 year old said: "In light of recent stories, I feel I have been left with no choice but to let you all know that Casper and I privately separated some time ago.

We remain the closest of friends and have been successfully co-parenting with our songs 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 any further.Thank you x" Casper, 31 and who is an art dealer, had made his own announcement on social media just minutes before Ellie.

He echoed her words, "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.