EastEnders star Forbes Masson and wife Melanie had been together for 25 years, but the couple confirmed they have split in a heartbreaking post
A beloved EastEnders star has confirmed he has ended his marriage with his wife(Image: PA)
An EastEnders star has confirmed he has split from his X Factor wife in a new post. The pair had been together for 25 years but have decided to call time on their marriage.
Forbes Masson and wife Melanie, who have two grown up children, took to their respective social medias on Wednesday (June 3) to confirm they had ended things.
In each of their statements, they made it clear the decision was not an easy one and wished each other well as they embarked on single life.
Acting star Forbes, 62, said: “It is with a deep sadness and a very heavy and sore heart that I have to announce that after over 25 years together Melanie and I are going our separate ways. I wish Melanie only love and happiness and hope she finds it.
“It has been a very difficult decision for both of us. Sorry to family members and close friends who are finding out this way,” before signing off with a kiss.
Meanwhile, Melanie, 57, wrote: “Some time ago, Forbes and I made the decision to go our separate ways. We have been waiting for the right time to share this sad news.
“Forbes and I created two beautiful humans who we will forever love, cherish, support and nurture. They are now young adults who understand and accept our decision and remain secure in our love for them.”
Melanie signed off: “This was a mutual decision and although our relationship has ended, our friendship will remain. We will always be family.”
Forbes shot to fame on BBC soap EastEnders playing tutor Rod Morris. He was brought in to help a struggling Nicky di Marco finish her GCSEs in maths, hoping to pass.
Nicky would end up becoming obsessed with Rod, who initially fobbed her off. But eventually, he caused chaos when he relented and kissed her, before going on to sexually assault the teenager.
Rod would eventually be caught by Nicky’s older brother Gianni and savagely beaten up before he was reported to the police. Rod would later be arrested and bailed, only avoiding prison when the family agreed to drop charges.
Melanie, on the other hand, shot to fame when she starred on The X Factor back in 2012. Taking part in the Over 28s category, her journey on the show did not last long, as she was only the second act to be kicked off the show.
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