After months of speculation and denials, Johnny Depp has announced he is splitting from long-time partner and mother of his children Vanessa Paradis.

Johnny’s publicist released this statement to ET:

“Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis have amicably separated. Please respect their privacy and, more importantly, the privacy of their children.”

Johnny and Vanessa have two children – daughter Lily Rose and son John Christopher.

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