EastEnders star Shane Richie and wife Christie 'divorce' days after his drink-driving arrest
EastEnders actor Shane Richie and his wife Christie Goddard have reportedly divorced following Richie's recent arrest for drink-driving. The separation comes after a public incident involving an argument at a petrol station.
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EastEnders stars Shane Richie and his wife Christie Goddard have reportedly divorced days after his drink-drive arrest.
The Alfie Moon actor, 62, and Goddard, 47, are understood to have dissolved their 19-year marriage last month, according to The Sun .
He was facing court on a drink-driving charge after he being arrested following an alleged foul-mouthed rant over vaping at a petrol station.
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