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    James Tarkowski’s wife slams ‘pathetic, disgusting’ trolls in X-rated rant after Everton star sent vile death threats

    THE wife of James Tarkowski has launched a staunch defence of the Everton star after he received ‘disgusting’ and vile death threats.Tarkowski, 32, was the subject of controversy on Wednesday following a controversial tackle on Liverpool’s Alexis Mac Allister during his sides 1-0 defeat in the Merseyside derby on Wednesday.James Tarkowski was subjected to death threats after his reckless challenge on Alexis Mac AllisterCredit: PAThe Everton star’s wife, Samantha, slammed the abuse as ‘disgraceful’ and ‘pathetic’Credit: Instagram @samanthajtarkowskiThe Toffees skipper went in hard to clear a loose ball with a sliding tackle before his follow through caught Argentina international Mac Allister high on the leg in the first half.Following a VAR review, Tarkowski was only awarded a yellow card by referee Sam Barrott, with the official deeming it to be “reckless” but not warranting a sending off.PGMOL chiefs later said the foul should have been judged as serious foul play and that VAR Paul Tierney was wrong not to intervene and recommend a review for a red card at the pitch side monitor.However, the twice-capped Englishman’s wife, Samantha, has revealed he was subjected to death threats.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIn an X-rated rant on her Instagram page, she said: “I wasn’t actually going to say anything because we usually just laugh if off but f*** it. “The level of abuse my husband is receiving – wishing death on him, vile comments about me, about us as a couple, and about him as a person – is beyond disgusting.”People forget that he is more than just a footballer. He is a husband, a father, a brother, a friend, and most importantly, the father of our two children.”He goes out there and does his job and does it very f****** well yet he’s subjected to so much hate. For those acting like he deliberately set out to hurt someone – are you serious?!Most read in Football”Football moves at speed, and tackles are split-second decisions. No player goes out there to injure someone and do you think any player would feel good about it if they did?”But the pure s*** messages, the threats? That’s intentional. That’s on you. Football is a sport, but the way some so-called ‘fans’ behave is disgraceful.What James Tarkowski did at full-time spotted after avoiding red card for horror lunge in Liverpool vs Everton clash”The abuse, the threats – it’s not passion, it’s pathetic. We’re real people, and this goes far beyond football.”Everton have also released a statement on the matter, calling it “unacceptable” and adding they were prepared to assist police in an investigation.Tarkowski revealed he apologised to Mac Allister for the tackle, saying: “It’s not a great challenge. I spoke to him and I apologised because it’s not a great tackle.”When the ball fell between us, I thought he was just going to come and I was expecting a big old-school 50-50 tackle but he just pulled out the tackle and as I lunged in I followed through and caught him pretty high so I’ve apologised to him and he’s accepted it.”Yeah, not a great one from me.”While he was on the end of a favourable decision for his challenge, he bemoaned VAR not intervening for an alleged offside against Luis Diaz before Diogo Jota scored the match winner.Everton statement on Tarkowski threats in full”Everton Football Club is aware of threats made towards James Tarkowski and his family on social media.”Such behaviour is completely unacceptable and has no place in football or society.”The club is liaising with James and his wife, Samantha, and stands ready to engage with the social media companies and assist the police with any potential investigation.”Everton strongly condemns any form of online or offline intimidation, threats or abuse directed as players, staff, or their families.”Tarkowski claimed the Colombian standing in an offside position behind him forced him to take action in lunging for the ball, with his loose touch on the ball seeing it fall to Jota before the goal.He said: “I was unaware he [Diaz] was offside, so he’s made me lunge for the ball. He’s affected my decision. For some reason, whatever that may be, they decided to give them a goal, which is bizarre.”The former Burnley star and Samantha started dating in 2015 before they tied the knot in 2023.The couple featured in Amazon Prime Video’s new series, which follows the lives of footballers and their partners.In the show she gave a very cheeky response after being asked what she enjoys doing with her husband.In episode three of the show, the couple host a wedding party for friends and family.Cuddling up on the sofa, they are asked: “What’s your favourite thing to do together?”Samantha responds by asking: “What time is this show going out?” before Tarkowski adds: “Past the watershed?”The fitness influencer then shouts “shagging!” as the pair burst out laughing.She went on to add: “Do you remember when we were younger and we used to get in bed and I was like ‘this is my favourite part of the day’?Read More on The Sun”Just getting in bed at the end of the day, just us two. And then shagging. But I do quite like it…”Later in the episode, Samantha admitted: “I got some that night!” whilst discussing Tarkowski being made Everton captain. More

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    Football ‘legend’ wins row with crypto millionaire ex-husband in bitter divorce fight over their £7m mansion

    A FOOTBALL “legend” has won a row with her crypto millionaire ex-husband during their bitter divorce fight over a £7million mansion.Women’s football icon Diane Culligan, 63, has been battling with her financier ex Anthony, 62 since their divorce in 2022.Diane Culligan, 63, has won a legal battle to keep her £7million mansionCredit: StartraksDiane and her former husband Anthony Culligan, 62, argued the house should be sold and the money dividedCredit: Supplied by Champion NewsThe London mansion boasts nine-bedrooms and a cinema roomCredit: Supplied by Champion NewsThe power couple had been together for 40 years but when they decided to give the place a £2.1million revamp, things turned sour.As they separated, the Primrose Hill property in north London, which boasted nine bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and a home cinema, became a point of contention.The pair filed for divorce and it soon became difficult to navigate how they would split their assets.Mrs Culligan blamed him for the split, claiming he had “walked out of the marriage without explanation,” which she claimed left her needing counselling.Read more SportMr Culligam said his wife for “overbearing” and “irrational” and claimed his wife had twice physically restrained him from leaving when he had tried to walk out.They agreed that their £27.3m fortune should be split equally, but went to the High Court in a fight over how to do that, with Mrs Culligan desperate to stay in their former home.In a now published judgement, the judge declared that Diane Culligan could keep the million-pound mansion.Despite acknowledging that a single person might not need a nine-bedroom property, the judge accepted that she an “emotional connection” to the London property.Most read in FootballMr Justice MacDonald said: “The wife contends that she needs to remain in the former matrimonial home.”Whilst the standard of living enjoyed by the parties during the marriage was a good one, on the face of it, it is difficult to see how the wife’s current needs as a single person extend to a nine bedroom, seven bathroom property.”Kyle Walker party girls revealed as globe-trotting models – and lift lid on how star is enjoying his new life in MilanHe said even though one of the adult children currently lives at the property, and another plans to move in, the house doesn’t necessarily fit Mrs Culligan’s “current needs.”The Judge added: “Against this, I accept that the wife has an emotional connection to the former matrimonial home to a degree that was not apparent in the evidence of the husband.”Within that latter context, I am satisfied that a fair distribution of the assets can be achieved without the need to sell the former matrimonial home.”The couple met in 1982 before marrying while living in Japan ten years on and having three children together.Both are highly successful with Mr Culligan making a fortune out of digital currencies and Mrs Culligan being a self-proclaimed football “pioneer.”In 2019, the couple set up a company, with Mrs Culligan as the sole shareholder, which was used to purchase the Lionesses, with her husband becoming a director.The 63-year-old founded the Women’s Championship football side which she ran as chairman until 2023.They lived a luxury lifestyle after Anthony’s crypto skills turned £10,000 into a whopping £20million sum.With the rest of Anthony’s crypto cash, the couple made investments into property and built up an impressive portfolio.Mr Justice MacDonald said the former couple agreed that neither of them should get more than a half share of their fortune, but disagreed on how it should be split.Mr Justice Macdonald continued: “Theirs was a long marriage of some forty years.”There must be some sharing of the illiquid…asset, although the wife’s share should be kept to the minimum amount required to ensure fidelity to the principle of fairness.”He finally made an order under which she keeps the couple’s former home, but Mr Culligan gets their rental properties and will be paid £750,000 by his ex.The judge noted that Mrs Culligan had played a key role in removing the Millwall women’s side from the umbrella of the men’s and rebranding them.However, he criticised both parties in his judgment, describing Mr Culligan as a “less than impressive witness” and Mrs Culligan as “not an impressive witness.”READ MORE SUN STORIESWhen the London City Lionesses was sold in 2023, Mrs Culligan continued on as a £750,000-a-year consultant for four years.The judge described her decision to take £3m as annual £750,000 payments over four years as an attempt to “disguise assets as future income.The Judge ruled that Diane Culligan could keep the propertyCredit: Supplied by Champion NewsDiane founded Women’s Championship football side, the London City LionessesCredit: Startraks More

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    Furious Ter Stegen issues statement after claims he is divorcing wife Daniela after she ‘cheated on Barcelona star’

    MARC-ANDRE TER STEGEN has slammed a bombshell report which claimed he was cheated on by his wife with her personal trainer.The Barcelona goalkeeper has been married to wife Daniela Jehle for eight years, having met in 2012 before tying the knot in 2017 and having two children together.Marc-Andre ter Stegen slammed a report he has separated from his wife after allegedly finding out she cheated on himCredit: AFPTer Stegen and wife Daniela, who met in 2012 and have two children togetherCredit: InstagramThe pair announced their separation last week but Ter Stegen today denied reports of alleged cheatingCredit: InstagramHowever, the pair announced they had split up in a social media post last week.A bombshell report on Catalunya Radio from Spanish journalist Juliana Canet claimed the separation came after Ter Stegen found out his wife was cheating on him with her personal trainer.The report alleges Ter Stegen and Daniela have been living apart for two months.The German goalkeeper has reportedly been staying in the five-star Hyatt Hotel in Barcelona while she remained living in their family home.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCanet explained the 32-year-old had used the excuse of renovations being carried out on the mansion the couple had bought last summer as the reason for him staying in the hotel.El Nacional added Daniela had been working with two personal trainers at Edan Studios in Barcelona, owned by Robert Lewandowski’s wife Anna.But following the bombshell news report, Ter Stegen slammed Catalunya Radio & 3Cat Group for “distributing false news and violating personal rights”.In a statement to social media, he said: “Dear all.Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free bets”I am shocked and disappointed of the poor management and lack of Leadership and Control at Catalunya Radio & 3Cat Group – distributing false news and violating personal rights.”Journalists Juliana Canet, Roger Carandell and Marta Montaner are liars that have distributed false news, offending my wife Daniela and her reputation publicly in a very bad manner.Ronaldinho scores stunning free-kick aged 44 as Barcelona legend proves he’s still got it in El Clasico Legends game “There has not been any infidelity of Daniela. No third person involved. Fact.”As communicated, Dani and I have decided to go different ways in good circumstances where we maintain trustful communication.”It is completely unacceptable that the leading government-owned media is spreading this, where Daniela being falsely accused and personally been attacked.”The damage is irreparable. Thank you. Marc.”Ter Stegen and Daniela’s statement on social media declared their joint-focus was on what was best for their children; five-year-old Ben and one-year-old Tom.The statement said: “After careful consideration, Dani and I have decided to go our separate ways.”This decision was not an easy one, as you can imagine, but we both believe it is the best step for us.”Our joint focus is on doing what is best for our children, ensuring they continue to have a loving and stable environment.”We remain committed to working together as parents and treating each other with respect and appreciation as we always have.”During this personal time, we kindly ask for your understanding and for respecting our privacy – especially that of our children.”READ MORE SUN STORIESTer Stegen has been sidelined from football since September after suffering a complete rupture of the patellar tendon in his right knee.He recently shared photos showing he is back in training and could be close to a return.Ter Stegen has been sidelined through a knee injury since SeptemberCredit: Rex More

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    Pep Guardiola in secret Spain trip to save marriage as he refuses to give up hope after divorce announcement

    PEP Guardiola has made a secret three-day trip to Barcelona to rescue his marriage — staying with wife Cristina at their home.The Man City boss has “not given up hope on his marriage” despite a divorce announcement in January, sources say.Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola flew to Spain to try to rescue his marriage to Cristina SerraCredit: SplashPep and Cristina had announced plans to divorce, but he is not giving up on their marriageCredit: GettyPep, 54, took a private jet from Manchester to Barcelona just hours after his team’s 3-1 win against Plymouth in the FA Cup last Saturday.City had seven days without a game ahead of yesterday’s Premier League defeat against Nottingham Forest.A source said: “They spent three nights together in Barcelona, both staying at the family home.“Pep went out on Monday to the dentist and Cristina went to her fashion shop in the city centre.READ MORE ON PEP GUARDIOLA“They met up again at the shop and spent three hours there before returning to the house to spend the evening together. “Pep left for Manchester on Tuesday morning.”The trip has given rise to hopes that the couple will save their marriage.They drifted apart after Cristina, 52, moved back to Barcelona in 2019.Most read in FootballManchester City were approached for comment on behalf of Pep.Henry reveals sympathy for Pep Guardiola after own marriage split with Man City boss ‘not usual self’ More

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    Diletta Leotta watches husband Loris Karius get mobbed by team-mates after stunning debut in first game in 371 days

    LORIS KARIUS came out of the cold to a hot reception from wife Diletta Leotta in the stands – after 371 days without a game.The former Liverpool and Newcastle keeper, 31, made his debut for German second-tier club Schalke six weeks after signing. Diletta Leotta was at Schalke watching hubbie Loris KariusCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaShe is more used to viewing Serie A than the 2. BundesligaCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaKarius and Leotta were wed last JuneCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaKarius was pleased with his long-awaited return after joining SchalkeCredit: RexAnd his TV presenter partner posted glamorous pictures as she watched on from the impressive VELTINS-Arena, which regularly hosts sell-out crowds of 62,271.Karius revealed afterwards he was delighted with his performance in a 1-0 win over Munster, having only played twice before since February 2021.And Leotta looked just as pleased – as she saw the 31-year-old produce a string of classy saves before striker Pape Meissa Ba hit a late winner.Karius’ wages are understood to be dwarfed by his wife’s.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBild say he will pocket around £125,000 for his half-season deal – compared to the estimated £840k a year that Leotta earns as a star DAZN broadcaster covering Italy’s Serie A.And she has a growing army of social media fans, including 9.1million followers, partly due to sharing snaps in incredible outfits from the Italian top flight.But although Karius’ salary might be modest compared to his Premier League days, his focus is on reviving his career.And after launching his Schalke stint with a clean sheet, he told German TV: “For a goalkeeper, it’s always good if you can distinguish yourself.Most read in FootballSchalke team-mates mobbed Karius after a late double saveCredit: RexBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS”I tried to give the team security and to defuse what came at the goal.”But that’s my job, I would be disappointed if I didn’t make those saves. That was fine for the debut.”Sports presenter and ex-Premier League Wag Diletta Leotta stuns in see-through top for live TV broadcast And Schalke boss Kees van Wonderen raved that Karius could “make the difference” for his mid-table Bundesliga 2 team.Van Wonderen axed 24-year-old Justin Heekeren to give the ex-Manchester City youth his chance.And The Athletic quote the Dutch manager as saying: “It’s always a difficult decision.”But he’s been here for two months and today he showed that he can make the difference”I’m happy for Schalke, for the team and for him. Our goalkeeper made the difference today.”And as for Karius himself, having such dazzling support in the crowd can only help.A glimpse into the life of broadcaster Leotta…Diletta stunned as she presented the Turin derby on Italian TVCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaShe is one of Serie A’s best-loved presentersCredit: GettyThe TV host put on a leggy display pitchsideCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaShe boasts 9.1m followers on Instagram aloneCredit: GettyDiletta gave birth to her first child with Karius in AugustCredit: Instagram / @dilettaleottaDiletta is no stranger to some extravagant outfits on her InstagramCredit: @dilettaleottaThe couple are pictured here in MilanCredit: The Mega AgencyThe Italian has shared holiday snapsShe has flipped between blonde and brunette looksCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/Diletta has previously worn an outfit similar to her Tomb Raider lookCredit: @dilettaleottaDiletta with a pared back lookCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta Leotta is reportedly dating Loris Karius after he visited her in MilanCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta has 8.6million Instagram followersCredit: GettyShe is a presenter for DaznCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta burst on to the scene with Sky SportsCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaShe posts regularly updates on Instagram to the delight of her fansCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta More

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    Ex-England footballer Tom Huddlestone’s wife slapped with court order after failing to pay £600 debt

    THE wife of ex-England footballer Tom Huddlestone has been slapped with a court order after failing to pay a £600 debt.Joanna Dixon failed to make payments to Independent Creative PR last year and is now facing a County Court Judgment (CCJ).Tom Huddlestone with his wife Joanna DixonCredit: InstagramThe midfielder used to play for EnglandCredit: PA:Empics SportHer husband was on a £30k a week salary while playing for Hull City before moving into coaching when his playing career ended.Now Joanna’s been publicly slammed by her former PR guru who claimed she “can’t be that hard up” after failing to pay a £5 a month debt reclaim.The row comes after Joanna told a court she feared she would be killed by masked men, who tied her up while they robbed an FA Cup medal, a £121,000 engagement ring and watches.Three men were jailed over the incident carried out while her husband – who is now an assistant coach at Birmingham FC – was playing an away match in 2019.READ MORE ON ENGLAND Joanna hired Independent Creative PR in spring 2024 and was said to have received a heavily discounted fee because of the company’s history with the former Premier League star.It’s claimed his wife refused to pay a month’s fee of £250 – as well as a month’s notice – before offering to pay £5 a month until the money owed was returned.She is accused of then defaulting on the second £5 payment.A CCJ against her has been granted for £601.04.Most read in FootballA spokesman for ICPR told The Sun: “It is a shame that Joanna Dixon defaulted on PR payments purposly as this has destroyed any friendship or association with Thomas.”Tom’s wife has even defaulted on a debt recovery plan that she proposed herself.Tom Huddlestone Interview”This default forced ICPR to make a legal claim against her to recover the company’s losses.”I’m sure she’s not that hard up, it’s simply cheeky to intentionally default on £250 a month pr contract and a notice period – that’s absolute pennies for PR.”She’s even defaulted on a £5-10 repayment plan.”Her husband is an ex Premier League and England footballer, they can’t be that hard up”.The spokesman added: “After eight months the small claims court have authorised ICPR to make a CCJ application against the defendant Ms Ioanna Dixon where we intended to recover all of our fees and legal costs.”We have submitted the CCJ application to the court out of pure principle, If you sign a contract then you are liable to uphold your part of your written agreement … you will be held accountable that is a promise.”The Sun has reached out to Huddlestone’s reps. More

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    Ryan Giggs’ brother Rhodri reveals he made £1million off ex-Man Utd star’s affair with wife Natasha

    RHODRI GIGGS has claimed he made “about £1million” from his brother Ryan’s much-publicised affair with wife Natasha.The Giggs family was torn apart after Natasha’s eight-year relationship with the Manchester United star came to light in 2011.Rhodri Giggs has hit back at critics on social media – and declared he’s happier than everCredit: Lee Thompson – The SunRhodri’s ex-wife Natasha had an affair with his brother and Man Utd legend RyanCredit: Getty – ContributorGiggs and Natasha’s affair was made public in 2011Credit: RexNatasha and Ryan first began dating secretly in 2003.Their affair was conducted behind the backs of both Rhodri and Ryan’s then-wife Stacey.Natasha admitted the infidelity in 2011, with the pair since divorcing and moving on with new partners. Rhodri, 49, currently runs a podcast and works in recruitment. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLWhile Natasha recently got married to fireman Haroon Headley.In a recent social media exchange, Rhodri indicated he had profited financially from the scandal. Responding to one user, Rhodri wrote per GB News: “Mate, it was over 14 years ago and I’ve got 2 kids with someone else and made s*** load of money from it.”He added: “I buzz off it. It was 14 years ago and I made about 1 million from it.Most read in Football”Can’t be on X and not expect a little bit of shrapnel coming your way. All part of the fun.”Rhodri has previously claimed his ex-wife Natasha bedded several other footballers during their marriage. GIGGS BABY JOY New dad Ryan Giggs, 50, beams as he pushes baby girl in pram alongside girlfriend Zara Charles, 36Speaking to The Sun in 2021, he said: “I could name ten footballers she had been with.“After it had all happened I went to Portugal with two naughty lads and as I walked into one of the bars, one of the guys was stood behind the door with his mate.“And as I walked in and I walked to the bar, I turned around. And all you could see was the door shutting. I could go on and on.“They are all it. Everyone is s****ing everyone. It could be your mate. It is warped.“One of his mates said, ‘Ryan, this is your kid’s wife – what are you doing?’ But no. “Ryan deserved to be on a pedestal because of his career. But he ruined his legacy by doing what he did.”Natasha – who has two children with Rhodri – appeared on Celebrity Big Brother in 2012.She told her housemates: “I had a really long affair with a footballer who happened to be my brother-in-law.”United legend Giggs recently indicated he would like to return to management.The 51-year-old became Wales boss in 2018, before being arrested on assault charges two years later.He has always denied any wrongdoing.Giggs stepped down from the Wales role in June 2022 ahead of his trial, where a jury failed to reach a verdict.He returned to the touchline earlier this season as part of the backroom staff at Salford City, where he is Director of Football. READ MORE SUN STORIESGiggs was recently spotted beaming as he pushed his new baby girl in her pram alongside girlfriend Zara Charles.The ex-Wales international and Zara, 36, made their first appearance with baby Cora near Old Trafford in Manchester last November.Giggs recently had his first child with model girlfriend Zara CharlesCredit: Getty More

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    Man City boss Pep Guardiola held ‘tense’ crisis talks with wife before signing new contract blamed for marriage split

    MAN City manager Pep Guardiola held crisis talks with his wife shortly before he signed the new contract blamed for their marriage split.Title-winning Pep, 54, flew to Barcelona for dinner with Cristina Serra in October, with onlookers saying the couple looked “tense”.Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola held crisis talks with his wife shortly before he signed the new contract blamed for their marriage splitCredit: GettyThe pair met as teensCredit: GettyPep signed a two-year extension to his deal with the reigning Premier League championsCredit: GettyA waiter at Bodega Sepulveda, Pep’s favourite restaurant in the city, said: “He came in with his wife about three months ago.“They sat in the corner and things looked a little tense between them. He was talking animatedly.“We were all shocked to hear that they had split.”After returning to the UK, Pep signed a two-year extension to his deal with the reigning Premier League champions — taking his stay to 2027.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe had been widely expected to quit the club after nine successful years.And influential Spanish journalists Laura Fa and Lorenza Vazquez claimed that his decision was behind the break-up.They said: “She takes the decision when he decides to extend his contract with Manchester City because in the previous months Pep had been preparing his departure from the club.“We know one of his objectives was to leave and move to the United Arab Emirates.Most read in Football“People around him were beginning to say goodbye to him because he wasn’t going to renew his contact.“That decision not to renew was helping bring him closer to his wife.Pep Guardiola reveals Kyle Walker has asked to LEAVE Man City with England defender set or £400K-A-WEEK Saudi transfer“But when he decided to stay and extend his contract, Cristina decided enough was enough and it was her that decided to end the marriage.”Vazquez said: “It’s been a carefully considered decision the couple discussed over several months.“They continue to have a cordial and affectionate relationship. No one else is involved. There are no third parties.”Cristina, 52, had moved back to Barcelona to run her fashion business five years ago, while Pep stayed in Manchester to manage the City team.The couple met in 1994, married in 2014 and have three children together.The troubled pair met at Bodega Sepulveda, Pep’s favourite restaurant in BarcelonaCredit: Darren FletcherThe couple snapped this yearCredit: RexThe two pictured in 2013 in MunichCredit: Bongarts – GettyGuardiola with Cristina and their three kids in 2018Credit: PA:Press Association More