I feel bad that the relationship didn't work out (or as she calls it - just "a break")... but I am DYING to see how quickly Evan Rachel Wood changes her style and moves away from the goth girlfriend look she's been running for so long. That just wasn't who she was prior to meeting MM.

Evan and Marilyn Manson have officially called it quits and the actress spoke exclusively with People Magazine about why she decided to leave but promises the relationship was always a healthy one. She thanked Marilyn for his support through some of her most trying times and will always be thankful for knowing him.

"Manson and I both decided to take some time apart so we could concentrate on work. Someone used that opportunity to kick us while we were down and sell a completely false story.

Manson owns the house he lives in. My brother has never stayed there and the person that said such horrible things about Manson being 'controlling' and 'emotionally abusive' is certainly no source 'close' to me.

Manson has been by my side and taken care of me through the best and worst times. I love him as a person and as an artist. I will always be proud to have been a part of that.

"If any more attacks are made on us, it is the act of a desperate, selfish person, who is angry to no longer be a part of my life. No further comment will be made and we request our privacy at this time."

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