ELLIE Goulding’s husband Caspar Jopling yesterday broke his silence on their split to say they are still close friends — amid claims they are even planning a family holiday.
The art dealer, 36, was snapped out in London after photographs of pop star Ellie kissing and hugging surfing instructor Armando Perez were revealed yesterday.
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Pals said Ellie was flying home to spend time with Caspar and their young son following her break in Costa Rica.
Caspar wrote on social media: “Ellie and I made the decision to separate some time ago.
“Our immediate family and close friends have known for some time — otherwise we chose to do what we could to keep this private.
“Ellie and I remain the closest of friends and, most importantly, are ‘co-parents’ to the best kiddo in the world.
“This is the last thing I want on this and please ask that you respect mine and Ellie’s privacy.”
Ellie, 37, will perform with DJ Calvin Harris at the Brit Awards next Saturday.
She said in a statement last night: “Caspar and I separated some time ago.
“We remain the closest of friends and have been successfully co-parenting with our son’s best interests at heart.
“We are committed to protecting our family privacy and thank people in advance for respecting it.
“We won’t be commenting further.”
Pals confirmed to The Sun yesterday how Ellie and Caspar separated after their marriage hit the rocks last summer.
A source said: “Ellie and Caspar are both absolutely dedicated to their little boy and make amazing co-parents.
“They haven’t been together for some time but are still just as close.
“If they have time they want to get away on holiday with their little boy later this year.
“Caspar is completely supportive of Ellie’s career and he’ll be cheering her on at the Brits with their son from home.
“It’s really important for Ellie and Caspar that they stay friends and they’re both free agents who can see other people.
“They’re both being very adult about the situation and are carrying on as normal.”
Ellie and Caspar married in York Minster in August 2019, with the couple welcoming their son two years later.
The Sun first revealed how the couple were taking time apart last summer, with Ellie striking up a friendship with former Tory MP Zac Goldsmith.
Yesterday, our photographs showed Ellie looking happier than ever as she hung out with Armando, a surf instructor, on a beach in Costa Rica.
Onlookers said: “Ellie and Armando seemed very into each other.
“He has been giving Ellie lessons. When he wasn’t teaching Ellie he couldn’t keep his hands off her and pulled her in for a hug and a kiss.”
She is expected to arrive back in the UK this coming week ahead of her performance at London’s O2 Arena on March 2.
Ellie is nominated for Song of the Year with Calvin for Miracle.
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