Strictly Come Dancing icon Tess Daly has sparked fresh interest in her relationship with estranged husband Vernon Kay after the former couple reunited for a family getaway in the south of France with their two daughters.

The showbiz pair, who announced earlier this year that they had decided to separate after 22 years of marriage, appeared together during the summer break as they enjoyed time with daughters Phoebe and Amber.

And in a photograph shared from the trip, Vernon appeared all smiles as he sat between Tess and Amber, placing an arm around each of them as the family posed together at a restaurant.

The image offered a glimpse of a family still spending meaningful time together despite the announcement that Tess and Vernon had chosen to end their marriage.

Tess looked relaxed and happy in the photograph, resting her head in one hand while wrapping the other around herself and grinning towards the camera.

The television presenter wore a beige dress and sunglasses, with her blonde hair falling in loose, beachy waves around her shoulders.

Vernon also appeared to be embracing the relaxed holiday atmosphere, wearing a black T-shirt and sunglasses as he sat between his wife and daughter.

While the image was only a snapshot of their family holiday, it quickly attracted attention because of the circumstances surrounding their relationship.

Earlier this year, Tess and Vernon confirmed that they were no longer together as a married couple, bringing an end to a relationship that had lasted more than two decades.

However, their latest family photographs show that the pair have continued to put their daughters at the centre of their lives.

Tess shared several photographs from the trip on Instagram, giving followers a glimpse at the family’s final days enjoying the sunshine in the south of France.

In one picture, the Strictly star posed alongside daughter Phoebe for a playful mirror selfie on the beach.

The mother and daughter looked close as they smiled together, capturing one of the more personal moments from the family break.

Other photographs showed Tess enjoying time on a boat and soaking up the Mediterranean surroundings.

She also showed off her long legs while sitting on a stone wall, wearing denim shorts and an oversized off-the-shoulder top.

The collection of holiday photographs presented an image of relaxed family life, with Tess appearing to make the most of the final stretch of summer.

“Last blast of South of France summer with the fam,” she wrote in the caption, adding a white heart emoji, a sun emoji and a French flag.

Phoebe was among the first to respond, writing: “The best time,” alongside a matching heart.

Vernon had not commented on Tess’s post at the time, but their famous friends were quick to send messages of affection to the family.

Former Made in Chelsea star Georgia Toffolo appeared particularly touched by the photographs, commenting: “Love that you all stick together. So cool and inspirational.”

Girls Aloud star Kimberley Walsh also reacted, posting a series of red heart emojis beneath the collection.

Another follower described Tess as having a “beautiful family”, reflecting the warm response the photographs received online.

The holiday comes after Tess and Vernon released a joint statement announcing their decision to separate earlier this year.

Their announcement brought an end to months and years of public interest in one of television’s best-known couples, who had built a life together away from the cameras while raising their daughters.

In their statement, the pair stressed that the decision had been made amicably and with respect for one another.

“After much consideration, and with a deep sense of care and respect for one another, we have made the decision to separate amicably,” they said.

“This has not been an easy choice, but it comes from a place of mutual understanding and a shared desire for what is best for both of us.”

The couple also made it clear that, whatever the future held for their relationship, their responsibilities as parents would remain their priority.

“We remain great friends and most importantly, fully committed to our roles as loving and supportive parents, which will always be our priority,” they said.

They also addressed speculation that might inevitably surround the breakdown of a high-profile marriage.

“There are no other parties involved in this decision,” they added.

That statement has become particularly significant in light of the family’s latest holiday.

Rather than suggesting that the couple had simply disappeared from one another’s lives following their announcement, the photographs show Tess and Vernon continuing to share family experiences with Phoebe and Amber.

For many families, separation can mean significant changes to holidays, celebrations and everyday routines.

For Tess and Vernon, however, their statement made clear that maintaining a strong family unit remained important to them.

Their south of France getaway appears to reflect that commitment.

The holiday also offered Tess an opportunity to step away from her television commitments and enjoy some downtime with the people closest to her.

She has been a familiar face on British television for decades and became particularly associated with Strictly Come Dancing, where she spent years presenting the hugely popular BBC ballroom competition.

Her polished television presence and long career have made her one of the programme’s most recognisable figures.

Away from the dance floor and studio, however, Tess has generally kept her family life relatively private.

That made the latest collection of photographs particularly notable, with the presenter allowing followers to see several intimate glimpses of the family’s time together.

The restaurant photograph, in particular, attracted attention because Vernon was visibly involved in the family moment.

With his arms around both Amber and Tess, he appeared comfortable and affectionate as they posed for the camera.

It was a simple family photograph, but against the backdrop of their earlier announcement, it naturally prompted interest from followers.

The image does not change the couple’s public statement that they have separated, nor does it confirm any change in their relationship status.

Instead, it appears to underline the message they gave when announcing their decision: that they remain friends and are committed to being supportive parents.

For Tess, the trip also seemed to be about enjoying the kind of family memories that can remain important even when relationships change.

Her photographs included sun-soaked beach moments, boat trips and casual family snapshots, painting a picture of a holiday designed around relaxation rather than publicity.

Phoebe’s affectionate response suggested that the younger members of the family were equally happy to have the opportunity to spend time together.

And the reaction from Tess’s celebrity friends demonstrated that the family’s decision to continue sharing experiences has resonated with people watching from the outside.

Georgia Toffolo’s description of the family sticking together as “cool and inspirational” particularly highlighted the idea that separation does not necessarily mean the end of a family’s shared traditions.

The south of France holiday therefore represents an interesting new chapter for Tess and Vernon.

After more than two decades as husband and wife, they have publicly acknowledged that their marriage has come to an end.

But they have also made it clear that their relationship as parents remains firmly in place.

Their daughters, Phoebe and Amber, have been at the heart of their family life throughout the years, and the latest photographs suggest that remains the case.

For Tess, the final “blast” of the French summer appears to have been filled with exactly the kind of moments she wanted to preserve: time on the beach, laughter with her daughter, trips on the water and a family meal shared together.

And for Vernon, appearing alongside Tess and Amber in the restaurant photograph provided another glimpse of the way the former couple are navigating life after their announcement.

There has been no indication from either of them that their holiday represents a reconciliation, and their earlier statement remains clear about their decision to separate.

Instead, their latest reunion appears to demonstrate something perhaps more complicated but equally important: a family can change shape without completely falling apart.

As Tess continues to enjoy her summer and prepare for whatever comes next in her professional and personal life, her latest photographs have offered followers a rare glimpse behind the scenes.

The Strictly icon may now be entering a different chapter with Vernon, but the family’s time together in the south of France suggests that one thing has not changed.

Whatever happens between Tess and Vernon as a couple, their daughters remain at the centre of their world — and their latest holiday appears to have been a celebration of exactly that.