EastEnders actor Forbes Masson and his wife Melanie have announced they have split after 25 years of marriage. Both outlets report that the couple shared their separation through statements posted on Instagram. Masson, who is described as 62, and Melanie, described as 57, frame the decision as difficult and made after reflection. The reports say Melanie is known for gaining public attention through The X Factor. One source describes Masson as speaking “with a sore heart,” while the other emphasizes that he has a “very heavy heart.” Neither account provides details about the reasons for the separation, the timing of the split, or any next steps beyond the announcement. The information presented focuses on the end of the long-term marriage and the couple’s shared public communication of their decision.