After 25 years of marriage, Tess Daly and Vernon Kay stunned fans with the news of their separation last week—but their first public outing together proves the exes are keeping things surprisingly classy. 
The pair were spotted at Pub In The Park in Marlow, enjoying food, music, and a little boogie to Craig David alongside friends and fans. Despite their split, sources describe them as “super happy and friendly,” relaxed, chatty, and even posing for selfies. Vernon sipped on beer while Tess enjoyed some sparkling wine from Chapel Down, both letting fans see a lighter, upbeat side. 
Exes Tess Daly and Vernon Kay looked ‘super happy and friendly’ as they enjoyed a day out at Pub In The Park together on Saturday after announcing their split last week
Eight days on the former couple looked in good spirits as they spent time together with friends at the food and music festival at Higginson Park in Marlow
Behind the scenes, friends hint the couple had been living increasingly separate lives even before making the split public, but there’s no bitter fallout—just a gradual drift and mutual respect. In fact, the couple reportedly toasted their separation with champagne in their joint Beaconsfield home, honoring both their shared past and commitment to being supportive parents to Phoebe, 21, and Amber, 16. 
A source told Daily Mail: ‘The exes seemed super happy and friendly. They seemed super relaxed, chatty and happy together. Both even stopped to pose with fans’
‘They went to have a boogy to Craig David. Tess let her hair down and was seen dancing away. Vernon doing typical dad moves!’ added the source
Craig David took to the stage to perform following a set by Gabrielle and McFly
Vernon still sported his wedding ring, while Tess stunned in a leather jacket, showing that even in parting, style and warmth remain intact. The pair started dating in 2001, married a year later, and have since built a life together worth around £10 million, including hosting gigs and roles as Marks & Spencer food ambassadors.
While the showbiz world reels from the news, Tess and Vernon appear determined to remain friends, maintain privacy, and celebrate their family bond—proving some splits can be both heartfelt and graceful. 
