Entertainment
Thursday 19 June, 2008

Little Britain star splits from partner

Matt Lucas and  Kevin McGee

Little Britain star Matt Lucas has split from his partner Kevin McGee after 18 months, their solicitors have said.

Lucas married McGee in a civil partnership ceremony in December 2006. A lavish pantomime-themed reception at a 17th-century palace followed the marriage.

They said their split was 'amicable'.

A joint statement from legal representatives Mishcon de Reya and Withers LLP said: 'It is with sadness that Matt and Kevin announce that their relationship has come to an end.

'They ask the press to respect their privacy at this time and to exercise restraint in any reporting of this matter,' they added.

The pair had been together for three years and were engaged for seven months before their civil ceremony.

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