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‘drifted apart as a couple’, according to a recent report.

The genetically blessed duo, who have been married for more than 10 years, recently set tongues wagging that not all was well in paradise after they went on separate holidays.

‘drifted apart as a couple’, according to a recent report.

The genetically blessed duo, who have been married for more than 10 years, recently set tongues wagging that not all was well in paradise after they went on separate holidays.

Chris and Elsa hosted Christmas at their $20million Byron Bay pad recently. The couple were joined on the day by their family, including Chris’ brother, Liam, 33, and Luke, 43, who got into the festive spirit by dressing up. All pictured

Now a source close to the pair has told The status of Chris and Elsa’s marriage is a question mark,’ the source told the publication.

‘The separate vacations are a huge red flag, but it’s more than that. They’re still very much a united family, but they’ve drifted apart as a couple.’

The source claimed Chris wants to live a ‘simpler life’ but ‘Elsa wants more’.

‘They were the perfect husband-and-wife team for so long – both gorgeous, beautiful kids. Everything seemed picture-perfect. But things have definitely changed,’ they added.

Daily Mail Australia has reached out to Chris and Elsa for comment.

The couple have spent a significant amount of time holidaying separately in recent months, prompting fans to question if all is well in paradise.