Fern Britton and chef Phil Vickery split after 20-year marriage

Fern Britton has split from her husband Phil Vickery. 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 'We will always share a great friendship and our lovely children' The couple met on This Morning when Fern hosted the show alongside Philip Schofield - who now hosts with Holly Willoughby - and the star previously said she never thought she would find love again as a mother of three children. The couple have vowed to stay friends following their divorce TV partnership: Phil and Fern met on This Morning when Fern hosted the show alongside Philip Schofield - who now hosts with Holly Willoughby Ex husband: The couple tied the knot 20 years ago in 2000, after Fern had split from first husband Clive Jones in the same year following a 12-year marriage Sad news: Their announcement was met with support from their followers This was followed by: '@Fern_Britton U and @philvickerytv are both amazing people and I wish u both the very best for the future.' Candid: Two years ago, Fern spoke about her and Phil's marriage, suggesting she would rather have a cup of tea than have sex Honest: 'Sex is great but a cup of tea is great, too. Loss: Fern's actor father Tony Britton died aged 95 in December last year, just three days before Christmas Breaking the news: Fern broke the news three days before Christmas RIP: Actor Tony and wife Ruth are pictured with their newborn daughter Fern in 1957 Fern described Phil as her 'life's great love.