Bridget Jones star Colin Firth and wife Livia have called it quits after 22 years of marriage. The pair announced the news in a joint statement. "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," read the statement.

The spouses' last public appearance together was at the Green Carpet Fashion Awards in Milan, Italy, back in September. Colin and Livia share sons Luca, 18, and Matteo, 16. Firth is also father to 29-year-old son Will from a previous relationship.