Colin Firth splits from wife after 22 years of marriage

Hollywood actor Colin Firth has split from his wife Livia after 22 years of marriage. The break-up was confirmed by the star's publicists, who said the former couple are staying close for the sake of their children.

The statement reads: "Colin and Livia Firth have separated. They maintain a close friendship and remain united in their love for their
children.

"They kindly ask for privacy. There will be no further comment".

Firth, 59, has two teenage sons with Livia, Matteo and Luca, as well as another son from his previous relationship with actress Meg Tilly.