Hollywood pair have separated

Hilary Swank and her actor husband Chad Lowe have separated after eight years of marriage, it emerged yesterday.

The 31-year-old Million Dollar Baby star and Lowe, 37, have no children.

Swank's manager Troy Nankin said: 'Hilary and Chad have decided to separate but they hope they will be able to get through this tough time.'

There was no reason given for the decision to part. Lowe is the brother of actor Rob Lowe.