2015 has been a big year for celebrity splits. With the news that Chad Kroeger and Avril Lavigne have split after two years of marriage, see which stars called time on their relationship this year.
Celeb Splits
Perrie Edwards and Zayn Malik
It was a love that blossomed from The X Factor. The pop stars and contestants, both aged 22, got engaged in 2013 for two years before sadly splitting in the summer of 2015.
Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin
After a 10 year marriage, the couple sadly filed for a divorce. Paltrow, 42, and Martin, 38 have two children and had tried to salvage their relationship for a year, but decided to separate in a "conscious uncoupling". Their amicable divorce settlement meant that they equally split their £120 million fortune, and share joint custody of their two children, Apple 10, and Moses, eight.
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner
The couple confirmed their split in 2015 after 10 years of marriage. The tabloids were rife with rumours that Ben was having an affair with an ex-nanny, Christine Ouzounian.
Sienna Miller and Tom Sturridge
Sienna and Tom got engaged in January 2012, not long after after she became pregnant with their three-year-old daughter Marlowe Ottoline Layng. But this summer the couple have been plagued with split rumours. A source commented: "Tom and Sienna split a few weeks ago but still love and respect each other as friends and parents. It's a very amicable break-up and they intend to remain great friends."
Gigi Hadid and Cody Simpson
After two years of dating, the couple decided to end their relationship to focus on their careers, according to E! A rep for Hadid said: "Cody and Gigi want each other to be in a place right now that allows him to only focus on his music, fans, and new message, while she can focus and continue building her career," the rep said. "They love each other dearly and have split up in hopes that growing on their own paths will bring them together in the future."
Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick
This star reality TV couple reportedly ended their nine-year relationship after Kourtney decided to put their three children first, after years of troubles with drugs and partying for Disick. The final straw for Kourtney was Disick's stint in rehab earlier this year, according to reports.
Charlize Theron and Sean Penn
They had planned to walk down the aisle later this year however, after a year and a half together, Oscar Award winning Charlize Theron, 39, reportedly called off the engagement with Sean Penn, 54. She reportedly "ghosted" the actor - refusing to reply to his messages.
Bradley Cooper and Suki Waterhouse
Bradley and Suki met in 2013 at the Elle style awards and started dating shortly after. But the pair split in January, but remained friends and even went to the Oscars togther in February
David Walliams and Lara Stone
The comedian and model began dating in September 2009 and married a year later at London's Claridge's Hotel. After three years their son Alfred was born. But in March this year, the couple decided to seperate and are reportedly set to file for divorce.
Nick Jonas and Olivia Culpo
Olivia Culpo and Nick Jonas split in June this year. A rep told E! News: "This has been a sensitive matter and both of them still love and care about each other and only want the best for one another...The long distance and ups and downs have been weighing on the two of them lately and it has not been easy but they know this is the best decision for them at this time."
Emma Roberts and Evan Peters
After six months of being engaged, American Horror Story co-stars Emma and Evan separated. A source explained that their three year relationship simply fizzled out. The couple started dating after they met on set in 2013 in 'Adult World' the film.
Louis Tomlinson's and Eleanor Calder
These love birds called it a day after a four year relationship. According to reports. long-term girlfriend Eleanor flew over 20,000 miles to see Louis to try to salvage their relationship. The couple were continuously tested due to Louis's work commitments with One Direction. Louis confirmed weeks later that he had parted from 22 year old Eleanor.
Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert
The country singers married in 2012 on a ranch in Texas. They were married for 10 years, until Blake filed for a divorce this summer. Miranda reportedly asked for a trial speration to try and salvage their marriage. Sadly her plea was not enough and they went ahead with the divorce.
Emma Stone and Andrew Garfield
Emma, reportedly ended things with the 31-year-old actor in July this year. But is it really over? The pair have been photographed together many times since the news broke.
Elizabeth Olsen and Boyd Holbrook
Olsen and Boyd had been together for three years and had celebrated their engagement in March last year, before going their separate ways in January 2015. They first met on set whilst filming 'Very Good Girls' in 2013.
Helena Bonham Carter and Tim Burton
After 13 years of marriage, Helena Bonham Carter and Tim Burton announced they had split up. The award winning actress and director met in 2001. Although they never married, they lived in North London together with their two children Billy, 11, and Nell, seven. Their separation has remained pleasant and amicable.
Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green
The couple separated after 11 years together. Although there was little detail, sources did say that their relationship had been rocky for a while, and they had in fact decided on their separation 6 months before announcing it.
Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale
Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale dated for six years before Rossdale proposed on New Year's Day 2002. After a thirteen year long relationship, the couple announced their divorce in a joint statement: 'While the two of us have come to the mutual decision that we will no longer be partners in marriage, we remain partners in parenthood and are committed to jointly raising our three sons in a happy and healthy environment.'
Ariana Grande and Big Sean
After only 8 months of dating, pop princess Ariana, 21 ended things with rapper Sean, 27 . It was reported that they split due to touring clashes however, rumour has it- the last straw for Ariana was Big Sean's racy lyrics.
Avril Lavigne and Chad Kroeger
The Nickelback singer and Avril Lavigne have officially called it quits after two years of marriage. Lavigne announced the news on Instagram, sharing a photo of her wedding day. "It is with heavy heart that Chad and I announce our separation today," the caption read. "Through not only the marriage, but the music as well, we've created many unforgettable moments. We are still, and forever will be, the best of friends, and will always care deeply for each other," she added. "To all our family, friends, and fans, thank you sincerely for the support."
Pippa Middleton and Nico Jackson
Pippa and Nico have been dating for three years, but according to E! they split following Nico's move to Geneva." Long-distance didn't work, especially with how busy Pippa was," a source told E!. "A lot of their problems stemmed from the fact she was always busy working—as was he—and they never had time for one another."