In a message posted on her website, the country singer Shania Twain thanked her fans for their overwhelming support expressed after she announced her divorce.

Last month, a singer’s spokesperson announced that Shania Twain and husband Robert “Mutt” Lange, connected by 14 years of marriage and the singer’s memorable “You’re Still the One” ballad are separating.

In her message, Shania Twain said she is going through a rough time. “Your letters, emails and words of encouragement give me strength. Your overwhelming support reminds me to smile, no matter how deep the pain and to always be grateful for all the beautiful blessings in my life”, the singer wrote.

“I need some time to heal this broken heart but make no mistake; I will be back and hopefully stronger than ever,” Shania added.
Twain, 42, and Lange, 59, married in 1993. They have one child, 6-year-old son Eja D’Angelo. It was a whirlwind romance for the two, as they tied the knot half a year after first meeting.

Shania, which is a stage name for the singer, whose real name is Eileen Edwards (Shania is an Ojibwa word meaning “I'm on my way”) and Lange have collaborated professionally with great success.

Lange, 59, famed for his work with such metal acts as AC/DC and Def Leppard, produced the Shania Twain's three blockbuster albums, which have each sold more than 10 million copies in the United States,

About seven years ago, the couple moved to Tour-de-Peilz, Switzerland, where they have led a quiet life, free from the perils of celebrity. Lange has always been known as a reclusive person, shying away from the spotlight. Shania herself retreated in early 2000, upon moving to Europe.

At the time, the Canadian-born singer explained her withdrawal as a need to take a break from the “whole ‘Shania’ thing.”

According to some reports, the woman, who split the 14-year marriage between the Grammy Award-winning singer from her husband, is 37-year-old Marie-Anne Thiebaud. She has been working as a secretary at the couple’s mansion in Switzerland.