Hugh Jackman and his wife, Deborra-Lee Furness , have announced plans to end their marriage after 27 years.

We have been blessed to share almost 3 decades together as husband and wife in a wonderful, loving marriage, the Australian actors said Friday in a statement issued to People . Our journey now is shifting and we have decided to separate to pursue our individual growth.

They continued: Our family has been and always will be our highest priority. We undertake this next chapter with gratitude, love, and kindness. We greatly appreciate your understanding in respecting our privacy as our family navigates this transition in all of our lives.

The pair who share son Oscar, 23, and daughter, Ava, 18 signed the statement Deb and Hugh Jackman. They also noted, This is the sole statement either of us will make.