Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds end marriage

[December 15, 2010]  LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds are breaking up.

The two entertainers say that "after long and careful consideration" they have decided to end their two-year marriage.

Their joint statement on Tuesday says that "while privacy isn't expected, it's certainly appreciated."

The 26-year-old actress and 34-year-old actor were wed in 2008.

Johansson recently appeared in "Iron Man 2." Reynolds stars in "Green Lantern," set for release next year.

[Associated Press]

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