Heidi Klum & Seal Confirm Separation

First Published: January 23, 2012 10:08 AM EST Credit: Getty Premium Caption Heidi Klum and Seal arrive at the 63rd Primetime Emmy Awards held at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live in Los Angeles on September 18, 2011LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- After almost seven years of marriage, Heidi Klum and Seal have confirmed they are splitting. While we have enjoyed seven very loving, loyal and happy years of marriage, after much soul-searching we have decided to separate, the couple said in a statement. We have had the deepest respect for one another throughout our relationship and continue to love each other very much, but we have grown apart. This is an amicable process and protecting the well-being of our children remains our top priority, especially during this time of transition, the statement continued. We thank our family, friends, and fans for their kind words of support. And for our childrens sake, we appreciate you respecting our privacy. The supermodel/Project Runway host, 38, and the Kiss From A Rose crooner, 48, tied the knot in May 2005 and are known for renewing their vows in extravagant ceremonies each year. The couple have three biological children together Henry, 6, Johan, 5 and 2-year-old Lou. Heidi has a 7-year-old daughter, Leni, from a previous relationship, whom Seal adopted. AH Nation Poll: Surprised by the couples split? VOTE HERE! Copyright 2012 by NBC Universal, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.