Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony call it quits

Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony to divorce

Singers have three-year old twins, have been married seven years

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Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony, seen here in May, are ending their marriage.

TODAY staff and wire

updated 7/15/2011 5:33:05 PM ET

Singers Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony are getting a divorce, PEOPLE Magazine reports.

"This was a very difficult decision," the couple told the magazine. "It is a painful time for all involved and we appreciate the respect of our privacy at this time."
The couple also said they have reached "amicable conclusions on all matters."
Lopez was a judge on "American Idol" last season, but has not yet announced if she will return to the show. In addition to her musical career, she has starred in films including "The Wedding Planner," "Maid in Manhattan," and "The Back-up Plan."
In April, the pair announced plans for a television show together, "Q'Viva! The Chosen," with Simon Fuller, the creator of "Idol." The show was to feature the superstar couple as they traveled the world to find the best performers in Latin music, dance and other arts with the goal of creating a live extravaganza.News...