Andy Scott-Lee, Heaton end marriage

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Andy Scott-Lee and Michelle Heaton have ended their 18-month marriage.

A spokesperson for the couple said: "I can confirm the two have split up. But they need time to sort out their personal problems."

Scott-Lee married the former Liberty X singer at a lavish ceremony in October 2006.

Heaton was spotted embracing ex-footballer Lee Sharpe in Ireland earlier this week, fuelling rumours about a relationship split.