Fifi's co-star Damien splits from wife

Rumours have been swirling that Fifi Box and Neighbours co-star Damien Richardson are an item, and now confirmation that Damien has split from his wife has only added fuel to the fire.

The actor's management has confirmed ''that 47-year-old Damien "has been separated for some time" from his wife Nicole.

Meanwhile 39-year-old radio star Fifi has spent plenty of time with Damien on the set of Neighbours, the pair even filming passionate kissing scenes together.

According to Woman's Day, the pair been seen enjoying dates at QPO cafe in Melbourne, as well as Grace Park and Studley Park Boathouse in the Victorian capital.

Joining Channel Eleven soap Neighbours in July this year, Fifi has enjoyed playing the role of Brooke Butler.

Just last month she opened up about her first onscreen kiss with Damien's character Gary Canning, revealing she filmed it four times.

"Four times. You do the long shot, the mid-shot, the close-up. I stuffed up once!" she said.

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Damien and Nicole share three children, Lottie, Bertie and Maisie together, while Fifi has a three-year-old daughter Trixie, fathered by Grant Kenny.

Be has contacted Fifi and Damien's representatives for comment.

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