Tess Daly shares photos with estranged husband Vernon Kay three months after announcing amicable split

Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.co.uk See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred Source Published: 12:14 EDT, 2 September 2026 | Updated: 12:32 EDT, 2 September 2026 Tess Daly and her estranged husband Vernon Kay enjoyed a summer holiday with their children in the South of France, three months after announcing their split.The former couple showed off their happy co-parenting relationship as they smiled for Instagram photos on Wednesday with daughters Phoebe, 21, and Amber, 17.Fans praised Tess and Vernon's close friendship in the comments after they amicably split earlier this year.'Love that you’re all together, hope you’ve had an amazing time,' one user wrote. Georgia Toffolo also commended: 'Love that you all stick together. So cool and inspirational.'Tess captioned her fun-filled holiday album: 'Last blast of South of France summer with the fam.'The former Strictly Come Dancing presenter looked sun-kissed as she showed off her incredible physique in a swimsuit. Tess Daly and Vernon Kay enjoyed a summer holiday with their children Phoebe, 21, and Amber, 17, in the South of France, three months after announcing their split As well as fans, Georgia Toffolo praised Tess and Vernon's close friendship in the comments after they amicably split earlier this yearShe looked casually cool in denim shorts and a feather print top to explore the picturesque towns. Earlier this week it was reported that Vernon has bought a property just 15 minutes away from his family home as he continues to work out his split from Tess.The BBC Radio 2 DJ is still living with his ex-wife but is said to be preparing to move out into his new home down the road.Sources say Vernon is keen to stay near ex-Strictly host Tess and their two daughters.The house, which is apparently worth £3million and includes a swimming pool and sprawling grounds, is undergoing renovations.Vernon, 52, and Tess announced they were separating after 23 years of marriage in May but have remained friends.A source told the Sun: 'Vernon has now bought a place close to the family home in Buckinghamshire.'It means he can stay close to their girls, which is something important to both him and Tess. He's having renovations done and will move out when the house is ready. Tess is supporting him with the move.'It's going to be very strange for them after living together for over two decades, so they're both treating the situation with care and respect.' The former Strictly Come Dancing presenter looked sun-kissed as she showed off her incredible physique in a swimsuit She looked casually cool in denim shorts and a feather print top to explore the picturesque towns Tess and Phoebe, 21, posed for fun mirror selfies at the beach together Earlier this week it was reported that Vernon has bought a property just 15 minutes away from his family home but they are currently still living togetherThe Daily Mail has contacted a representative for Vernon for comment. In May, Tess and Vernon revealed they were parting ways after 23 years of marriage, the statement shocking fans. In a joint announcement, the pair said they had reached a mutual agreement to go their separate ways, though friends of the couple said they were both still at their marital home in Beaconsfield.They wrote: 'After much consideration, and with a deep sense of care and respect for one another, we have made the decision to separate amicably.'This has not been an easy choice, but it comes from a place of mutual understanding and a shared desire of what is best for both of us.'We remain great friends and, most importantly, fully committed to our roles as loving and supportive parents, which will always be our priority. There are no other parties involved in this decision. We kindly ask for privacy during this time.'We will not be making any further public comments.'Tess and Vernon – thought to have personal fortunes of around £10million – were last seen publicly together in February of this year when they hosted an episode of The One Show.