Tess Daly and Vernon Kay shocked fans after announcing they were ending their marriage after 23 years together.
But after the news broke, many began to notice that there had been quiet signs for a while.
The couple shared a joint statement that the decision was made with care and respect for each other.
However, they also said they will continue to support their daughters, Phoebe and Amber, together as parents.
Over the past few months, fans have noticed small changes in their family life.
Their eldest daughter Phoebe recently spent time separately with both parents after returning from New York.
She was seen enjoying rooftop drinks with Vernon in London, while Tess later shared pictures from a quiet day out with her daughter in the park.
People also pointed out changes on social media, Tess and Vernon stopped posting happy couple photos together like before.
Even during a recent vacation, both shared separate photos and avoided showing each other clearly online.
At the same time, their lives also seemed to be moving in different directions.
Tess previously reportedly wanted to travel more and enjoy new experiences after leaving Strictly Come Dancing, while Vernon continued to focus on his radio work.
Now fans feel signs of their split had been quietly building for months behind the scenes.
