Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and wife to separate
The Hindu
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife, Sophie Gregoire Trudeau, announced their separation after 18 years of marriage. This is the second time a Prime Minister has separated while in office, with Trudeau's father Pierre Trudeau having done so in 1979.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife, Sophie Gregoire Trudeau, announced on August 2 that they are separating after 18 years of marriage.
The two said in in statements posted on Instagram that they made the decision after “many meaningful and difficult conversations.”
A statement from the prime Minister's Office said both have signed a legal separation agreement.
The couple were married in 2005. They have three children, 15-year-old Xavier, 14-year-old Ella-Grace and 9-year-old Hadrien.
“They remain a close family and Sophie and the Prime Minister are focused on raising their kids in a safe, loving and collaborative environment,” the statement from his office said. "The family will be together on vacation, beginning next week.”
His office requested respect for their privacy.
Mr. Trudeau is the second Prime Minister to announce a separation while in office.
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