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Vernon Kay and Tess Daly Announce Amicable Separation

Published 22 May 2026

Vernon Kay and Tess Daly, a prominent British television couple for over two decades, have announced their separation. The pair, who married in 2003 and share two daughters, stated they had made the decision to separate amicably after much consideration and with a deep sense of care and respect for one another.

The announcement was made via a joint statement on their social media earlier this month. In it, they emphasized their commitment to remaining great friends and, most importantly, fully committed to our roles as loving and supportive parents. They also stated there are no other parties involved in this decision.

The couple was seen together in public for the first time since the announcement over the weekend, attending the Pub in the Park festival in Marlow. Onlookers described them as appearing super relaxed, chatty, and happy together, posing for selfies with fans and enjoying the event with friends. Vernon was noted to be wearing his wedding ring.

However, reports from individuals described as friends or sources close to the couple suggest the separation may not be as harmonious as publicly presented. These sources claim Tess is not as chilled about the split as is...

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