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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
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James Holt

Ashley Banjo and wife Francesca confirm split after 16 years together in emotional statement

Dancing On Ice's Ashley Banjo and his wife of 16-years Francesca have announced their split in an emotional statement. The pair have shared two children and tied the knot in 2015.

In a joint statement, the Diversity star, 33, and Francesca announced they made the decision to separate 18 months ago before adding their focus will be their kids, Rose and Micah.

They said they will continue to try and be 'best friends to each other' but that they have moved in different directions.

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