Josep Carreras and second wife separate

The tenor Jose Carreras has confirmed the news: he has separated from his second wife , the air hostess Jutta Maria Jäger. Rumours have been around for some days, so the couple clarified their position:

“Given the interest shown in the media, we have decided to report that we are starting divorce proceedings by mutual consent. Our relationship is, and will be in the future, characterised by respect, affection and friendship. Out of respect for our privacy and that of our families, we decline the kind offer from the media to comment on the matter… we appreciate the interest and the affection shown,

Yours faithfully,

Josep Carreras and Jutta Maria Jäger “.

Carreras, who is about to turn 65, and his wife have been married for five years. For both were this was a second marriage .

via EL PAÍS

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