Hilary Swank and Chad LoweHilary Swank and Chad Lowe have announced that they will file for divorce after all.

The couple have been together for 13 years but decided to have a trial separation in January. They reportedly reconciled on again for a time but have now “jointly decided to divorce” according to their attorney, Jeffrey A Bernstein.

Bernstein added: “They continue to be friends and have the utmost respect for one another.”

No further details were given as to reasons for the split or when the divorce would be finalised.

Neither Hilary or Chad, or their representatives, have commented on the news.