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Katie Price and Peter Andre end bitter feud for the sake of their children

Neither will ‘speak negatively about the other going forward’

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Model Katie Price and singer Peter Andre have announced a joint commitment to cease speaking negatively about one another, citing the well-being of their children as the primary motivation.

The former couple, who divorced in 2009, shared their decision via a joint Instagram story on Friday. They are parents to Junior, 19, and Princess, 17, and stated their intention to work together as co-parents moving forward.

The post read: “Katie Price and Peter Andre have decided to close the door on the past and move forward into a new chapter with positivity and respect.

“We are both focused on creating a calm and supportive environment for our children.

“We have reached a mutual agreement, both legally and personally confirming that neither of us will speak negatively about the other going forward. This decision reflects a shared commitment to our family and stability.

“We want to stand united for our children. We are hoping this is a start of a positive relationship. We ask for understanding and support from both the media and the public as we move ahead.”

Katie Price and Peter Andre, pictured in 2008
Katie Price and Peter Andre, pictured in 2008 (Getty Images)

Price and Andre met on ITV reality television programme I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, and married in 2005 at Highclere Castle in Hampshire.

The star, who was known as Jordan at the beginning of her modelling career, also has a son with former Manchester United footballer Dwight Yorke, named Harvey, 23, and two children with third husband Kieran Hayler – Jett, 12, and Bunny, 11.

Price also suffered a miscarriage in 2009.

Earlier this year, Price reportedly married businessman Lee Andrews in Dubai.

Andre also has three children with his current wife Emily MacDonagh.

Harrow-born Andre, who spent part of his childhood in Australia, is best known for his singing career which saw him score three UK number one singles and a number one album, he is best known for songs such as “Mysterious Girl”, “I Feel You” and “Flava”.

Price also won the 2015 series of Celebrity Big Brother, and most recently put out the Channel 4 documentary Katie Price: Making Babies about her fertility journey with ex-fiance Carl Woods.

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