Like father, like son.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is borrowing from his father’s playbook and is separating from his wife after 18 years of marriage.
Justin and Sophie Gregoire Trudeau have just announced this separation. The two said in statements posted on Instagram that they made the decision after “many meaningful and difficult conversations.”
A statement from the prime minister’s office said both have signed a legal separation agreement.
His office requested respect for their privacy. The couple were married in 2005. They have three children, 15-year-old Xavier, 14-year-old Ella-Grace and 9-year-old Hadrien.
“They remain a close family and Sophie and the prime minister are focused on raising their kids in a safe, loving and collaborative environment,” the statement from his office said. “The family will be together on vacation, beginning next week.”
Justin Trudeau channeled the star power of his Liberal icon father when he first won office in 2015. Scandals, voter fatigue and economic inflation have taken a toll on his popularity after eight years in power, reported AP.
