Zoe Ball opens up on ‘overwhelming’ divorce as she shares advice for those struggling

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25 Mar 2026 • 4:24 PM MYT
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  • Zoe Ball has opened up about her "overwhelming" divorce from ex-husband Norman Cook, also known as Fatboy Slim.
  • She described the decision to separate as "scary" during a discussion on her Dig It podcast with Jo Whiley.
  • Ball and Cook, who married in 1999, separated in 2016 and finalised their divorce four years later.
  • The radio DJ shared her concerns about their children, her partner, and her own well-being during the marital breakdown.
  • Despite the challenges of their split, the former couple have remained friends.

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