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Georgia Bell

Eastenders' Jac Jossa & TOWIE's Dan Osborne marriage over 'as he admits he no longer loves her'

Eastenders star Jacqueline Jossa's marriage to The Only Way is Essex star Dan Osborne has ended after he reportedly admitted he "no longer loves her" and wants to "move on with his life."

The showbiz couple, who wed in 2017 and share two children, confirmed the end of their eight-year marriage on Sunday.

A source close to the actress revealed that Dan, 33, confessed he had "fallen out of love" and was ready to start a new chapter.

Jacqueline, 32, who portrays Lauren Branning in the popular BBC soap, was reportedly determined to save the relationship and is "devastated" by the split.

Jacqueline is known for her role as Lauren Branning in iconic UK soap Eastenders. (BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)

The source told The Sun: “Dan has told friends it's over for him and while he won't be rushing into a divorce, it's not a question of if they will, but when.”

The pair were already living separately after Dan purchased a property in Essex last year without Jacqueline’s knowledge.

The TOWIE star allegedly “betrayed” Jacqueline, and “reignited old trust issues”, leading to weeks of heated arguments.

An insider explained: “Dan bought a house last year without telling Jacqueline until the final stages.

The showbiz duo have two children together (Isabel Infantes/PA) (PA Archive)

“He put the wheels in motion because he believed their relationship was coming to an end and with Jacqueline owning their marital home, he needed to look after his future.

“It caused a blazing row between them and the trust, which was already fragmented, really suffered.'

Jacqueline, the former I’m a Celeb winner, is “putting on a brave face” as the two work on building a positive relationship for the sake of their children.

An official statement said: “Jacqueline and Dan are handling things privately, choosing to keep their lives and relationship out of the public eye. They kindly ask for respect and privacy as they navigate this together.

“Their children remain their top priority, surrounded by love and care from both parents, something that will never change.

“Above all, Jacqueline and Dan have each other's and their children's best interests at heart. There will be no further comment.”

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