The Daily Mail has learned that the couple, together for nine years, have parted months after 34-year-old Miss Friel moved a handsome young actor into their home.
She and Thewlis, 47, who have a five-year-old daughter, Gracie, have been forced apart by acting commitments for the past six months.
A friend told the Mail: ‘Things have not been great for a long time and they have tried to keep this quiet to protect everyone.
Anna Friel in Splitsville
‘It certainly did not help that Anna and David have been forced to live apart for so long, but there are other issues at hand that have made them realise the relationship was over.’
Friends are still hopeful that the couple can resolve their differences. The source added: ‘They do care about each other very much, and the most important thing now is that they both continue to be the best parents they can be for Gracie.
‘They will have to see each other over Christmas at some point, but hopefully it will not be too painful.’
Anna Friel in Splitsville
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