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CBS News/ April 11, 2012, 3:43 PM

Petra Nemcova and Jamie Belman call off engagement

Petra Nemcova and Jamie Belman arrive at the 5th Annual Hollywood Domino Gala & Tournament in Los Angeles, California on Feb. 23, 2012.

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(CBS News) Model Petra Nemcova has called off her engagement to British actor Jamie Belman.

A rep for Nemcova confirmed the split on Wednesday.

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"Petra Nemcova and Jamie Belman confirm their separation," the rep said, according to Us Weekly. "They remain close friends and thank their families for their continued support during this time. There will be no further comment on the matter."

Nemcova, 32, and Belman, 28, announced their engagement in January 2011, after an eight-month romance.

The model, who also competed on "Dancing with the Stars," was previously engaged to photographer Simon Atlee, who died in Thailand during the tsunami that struck Asia in 2004. Nemcova  was injured in the tsunami.

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mari1963 says:
I'm glad she called this off. She should stay true to the memory of her former fiance' Simon. Don't get engaged or marry anyone. No one will ever compare to her first love.
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