Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez announce breakup

Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez have broken up. The pair had been dating for four years and recently said they were working on their relationship. 

"We have realized we are better as friends and look forward to remaining so," Lopez and Rodriguez said in a joint statement about the breakup, Entertainment Tonight reports. "We will continue to work together and support each other on our shared businesses and projects." The former couple have several business ventures together, including partnering with meal delivery company Tiller & Hatch.  "We wish the best for each other and one another's children," they said in the statement. "Out of respect for them, the only other comment we have to say is thank you to every one who has sent kind words and support."