Singer and actress Jennifer Lopez and Latin pop singer Marc Anthony have decided to end their marriage after seven years, the couple said on Friday.
"This was a very difficult decision," they said in a joint statement. "It is a painful time for all involved, and we appreciate the respect of our privacy at this time."
Lopez and Anthony, who have 3 year-old twins, Emme and Maximillian, said they had "come to amicable conclusions on all matters."
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