Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky have broken their silence following a string of reports that they were secretly planning to divorce in the media today, Tuesday 4 July.
Kyle, 54, and Mauricio, 53, who first met at a nightclub in 1994, tied the knot two years later in 1996.
Having now been married for 27 years, reports emerged that the pair had decided to "separate", which they have now firmly debunked.
The former couple shared a joint statement via the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star's Instagram page, as they wanted to address the media's claims head-on.
"In regards to the news that came out about us today… Any claims regarding us divorcing are untrue," the statement began.
"However, yes, we have had a rough year. The most challenging one of our marriage. But we both love and respect each other tremendously."
The couple went on to say that there has been "no wrongdoing" by either party in the marriage, and shared their wishes to continue with their relationship issues in private.
"Although we are in the public eye, we ask to be able to work through our issues privately," the statement continued.
"While it may be entertaining to speculate, please do not create false stories to fit a further salacious narrative."
The couple then ended their message by giving gratitude to all their fans who have firmly supported them through such a difficult time.
"Thank you for the love and support. Kyle and Mauricio," it ended.
PEOPLE online first broke the news that Kyle and Mauricio were reportedly calling it quits on their marriage.
A source told the publication: "Kyle and Mauricio have been separated for a while now but are still living under the same roof.
"They remain amicable as they figure out what’s next for them and their family," the source added.
Reality star Kyle shares three daughters with her husband – Alexia, 27, Sophia, 23, and Portia, 15.
Before getting married to Mauricio, the mum-of-four was previously wed to her first husband Guraish Aldjufrie.
The pair share a daughter together, Farrah Brittany, who is now 34.
When Kyle was first introduced with Mauricio on Real Housewives, the ultra-rich couple came across incredibly well to viewers.
In an interview at the time, the brunette beauty insisted "we're the same, with or without cameras", going on to say they're "super real" and "don't have any secrets to hide".
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