Fatboy Slim cuts gaunt figure as he steps out in Brighton

He and wife Zoe Ball announced their split in September, following 18 years of marriage. And Fatboy Slim cut a gaunt figure as he stepped out in Brighton on Thursday, eight months on from his split with the television presenter. Stepping out: Fatboy Slim cut a gaunt figure as he stepped out in Brighton on Thursday, eight months on from his split with the television presenter His appearance comes after his ex-wife Zoe Ball thanked her fans for their support, after the tragic death of her partner Billy Yates earlier this month. Reflective: The 53-year-old, whose real name is Norman Cook, appeared to be in a contemplative mood as he took a stroll in his hometown Difficult year: He and wife Zoe Ball announced their split in September, following 18 years of marriage Zoe replied: 'Pretty much spot on. Norman is pictured here in 2004 Wedding day: The couple began their relationship in 1997 after meeting in Ibiza, getting married two years later Heartbreak: Zoe thanked her fans for their support last week, after the tragic death of her partner Billy Yates earlier this month She and Norman announced they were splitting in September, saying in a statement they would remain 'great friends' and continue to co-parent their two children.