Timberlake, Diaz Call It Quits

The Associated Press
Thursday, January 11, 2007; 8:36 PM

LOS ANGELES -- Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz are officially kaput. The duo, dating since 2003, confirmed their split Thursday in a joint statement.

"We have, in fact, ended our romantic relationship, and have done so mutually and as friends, with continued love and respect for one another," the pair said.


Actress Cameron Diaz, left, and Justin Timberlake enjoy themselves as they sit ringside during the live finale of the reality television show
Actress Cameron Diaz, left, and Justin Timberlake enjoy themselves as they sit ringside during the live finale of the reality television show "The Contender," in this file photo from May 24, 2005 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. The duo,dating since 2003, confirmed their split Thursday Jan. 11, 2007 in a joint statement. "We have, in fact, ended our romantic relationship, and have done so mutually and as friends, with continued love and respect for one another," the pair said. (AP Photo/Danny Moloshok-File) (Danny Moloshok - AP)

The two said they usually prefer not to comment on their relationship, but recent speculation and inaccuracies prompted them to issue the statement.

Timberlake just launched his "FutureSex/LoveSounds" tour and his feature film, "Alpha Dog," is scheduled to open Friday. Diaz most recently appeared in the romantic comedy, "The Holiday," with Kate Winslet.


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