DJ Zoe Ball has been in regular contact with husband Norman Cook in a last-ditch bid to save their marriage following claims that she had an affair with a drummer, her spokeswoman said today.

Radio star Zoe Ball and DJ Norman “Fatboy Slim” Cook have blamed hectic work schedules for causing their split, it was reported today.

Radio star Zoe Ball today denied that her marital problems with DJ Norman “Fatboy Slim” Cook were caused by him “partying hard” while she stayed at home to care for their toddler son.

Zoe Ball is to split from her husband, DJ Norman Cook, after problems in their short marriage.