Who is Jack McManus? Singer-songwriter who spilt from wife Martine McCutcheon

EASTENDERS star Martine McCutcheon has shocked fans after announcing her split from husband Jack McManus after 12 years of marriage.

The actress uploaded a “bittersweet” tribute following the recent death of Jack’s beloved dad just days before the breakup. Here’s everything you need to know about Jack McManus.

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Who is Jack McManus and what is he famous for?

Jack McManus is a singer-songwriter who went to the famous BRIT School, which was also attended by Adele and Jessie J.

He has toured with huge acts like John Mayer, Scouting for Girls, Amy MacDonald, and Sam Sparro.

He also co-wrote a song on Boyzone’s 2010 no.1 comeback album, Separate Cars.

Jack’s first album Either Side of Midnight went to no. 22 on the UK albums chart while the lead single Bang on the Piano reached no. 45, just outside of the Top 40.

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When did he meet Martine McCutcheon and how long were they married for?

Jack and Martine McCutcheon met in late December 2006, with Martine describing the early days of their romance as: “We laid eyes on each other and that was it.”

They started dating since 2007 and married in September 2012 at Lake Como in Italy.

Their son Rafferty Jack McManus was born on February 4, 2015.

Though the couple shared 18 years together, their relationship hasn’t been all smooth sailing – Martine has admitted that friends have helped “save” her marriage to Jack.

Martine who previously played Tiffany Mitchell in Eastender’s told the Loose Women panel that friends had previously talked her off the ledge during huge arguments with Jack, reminding her that it was worth making the relationship work.