Justin took to his Instagram page on Wednesday to make the shock announcement.

The Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau has separated from his wife, Sophie after 18 years of marriage.

Justin took to his Instagram page on Wednesday to make the shock announcement.

Justin, 51 and Sophie, 48 have been married since May 2005.

They both share 3 children.

Sharing the news, he wrote:

“Hi everyone,

Sophie and I would like to share the fact that after many meaningful and difficult conversations, we have made the decision to separate.

As always, we remain a close family with deep

love and respect for each other and for everything we have built and will continue to build.

For the well-being of our children, we ask that you respect our and their privacy.

Thank you.”