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EXCLUSIVE: Phil Collins Adorably Gushes About Rekindled Relationship With Ex-Wife Orianne Cevey
In a heartwarming turn of events, legendary musician Phil Collins has opened up about his rekindled relationship with ex-wife Orianne Cevey, revealing that love, indeed, can find its way back—no matter the years or the distance.
Speaking exclusively to Music & Life Weekly, the 74-year-old Genesis frontman couldn’t hide the affection in his voice as he talked about his renewed bond with Orianne, whom he originally married in 1999 and divorced in 2008. Their split was, at the time, one of the most expensive divorces in British legal history. Yet despite the heartbreak and headlines, it seems that time—and a shared history—has healed old wounds.
“We’ve been through a lot together,” Collins said with a smile. “But sometimes, life gives you a second chance with the same person for a reason. Orianne and I have found our way back to each other, and it feels…natural.”
The couple’s reunion has been unfolding quietly over the past year, away from the public eye. They initially reconnected over shared parenting responsibilities for their two sons, Nicholas and Matthew, but what began as co-parenting blossomed once more into companionship—and eventually, love.
“We started spending more time as a family,” Collins shared. “And before long, we were laughing again, sharing memories. It reminded me of why we fell in love in the first place.”
Friends close to the couple say that Collins seems “happier and more relaxed” than he has in years. Despite ongoing health challenges, including nerve damage and mobility issues, the “In the Air Tonight” singer credits Orianne with helping lift his spirits.
“She’s been there through some really difficult times with my health,” he acknowledged. “Her support means everything to me.”
Orianne, 51, has also expressed joy about their reconnection, telling reporters recently that their relationship is built on a deeper understanding this time around.
“We’ve both grown. We know what matters now,” she said. “Phil is not just the father of my children—he’s my best friend.”
Their story, while unexpected, is not without precedent in the world of celebrity love. But for Collins, it isn’t about public image or trying to relive the past. Instead, it’s about healing, growth, and cherishing the people who know you best.
Fans have responded with overwhelming support to the news, flooding social media with messages of encouragement and nostalgia. Many expressed hope that this new chapter might even inspire fresh music from the iconic singer-songwriter.
For now, however, Collins is simply enjoying the present.
“I’m not looking too far ahead,” he said. “Right now, I’m just grateful. Life has a funny way of surprising you—and I’m glad it did.”
Whether it’s fate, timing, or just the enduring power of love, Phil Collins and Orianne Cevey’s rekindled romance reminds us all that sometimes, the best stories really do deserve a second act