Lucy Aston Reveals Comment That Ended Marriage to Martin Clunes

Lucy Aston, the first wife of actor Martin Clunes, has revealed that a harsh comment from him was the catalyst for the end of their marriage after just three years. The relationship deteriorated as Martin's acting career took off, while Lucy focused on studying to become a crisis counsellor. During a heated argument at a Chinese restaurant, Martin allegedly called Lucy 'an embarrassment' and 'dull and boring' for opting to stay in rather than go out. This confrontation led Lucy to realize their marriage was irreparable, prompting her to leave the table and ultimately remove her wedding ring. They divorced in 1997, and Martin later described their marriage as 'rotten' but has since stated they have managed to become friends. Lucy expressed her anger over Martin's failure to invite her to a party, which she felt symbolized their growing disconnect.