Fern Britton speaks about the breakdown of her 20-year marriage to Phil Vickery
Daily MailShe shocked fans back in January when she confirmed the end of her 20-year marriage to chef husband Phil Vickery, in a joint statement on Twitter. And, appearing on ITV's Lorraine on Friday morning, Fern Britton, 62, spoke about the breakdown of her marriage to Phil, 59, admitting: 'Unfortunately, we fell apart!' Honest: On Friday, Fern Britton, 62, appeared on Lorraine where and spoke about the breakdown of her marriage to Phil Vickery, 59 Fern explained: 'Unfortunately, Phil and I fell apart. Fern and Phil share 18-year-old daughter Winnie, whilst the Ready Steady Cook presenter also has twins Harry and Jack, 26, and Grace, 23, with former husband Clive Jones. Announcement: The couple shared matching statements on their Twitter pages to announce the end of their marriage as they thanked fans for their 'kindness and support' Still friends: The television presenter and chef announced in their split statement 'we will always share a great friendship and our lovely children' On Twitter in January, both Fern and Phil wrote matching statements which read: 'After more than 20 happy years together, have decided to go our separate ways.