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Arcade Fire Co-founders Win Butler and Régine Chassagne split

Win Butler and Régine Chassagne
Win Butler and Régine Chassagne

The force behind Arcade Fire, Win Butler and Régine Chassagne, have announced the end of their marriage.

The pair who had been married for 22 years made the announcement on social media saying the band would continue on as is.

The announcement said: "After a long and loving marriage, Win & Régine have decided to separate,

"'They continue to love, admire and support each other as they co-parent their son,' the announcement continued, referring to their son, who was born in 2013.

"Their work in Haiti with KANPE continues and their bond as creative soulmates will endure, as will Arcade Fire.

"The band send their love and look forward to seeing you all on tour soon." It said.

Three years ago Butler was accused of sexual misconduct in an article published by Pitchfork.

Butler admitted to having affairs but denied any wrongdoing at the time, Butler said: 'While these relationships were all consensual, I am very sorry to anyone who I have hurt with my behavior,' Butler said in a statement to Pitchfork.

Arcade Fire have played in Ireland 18 times, their first concert was in 2005 at Electric Picnic and their most recent concert was at Malahide Castle, Dublin in 2024.

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