Jim Carrey and Jenny McCarthy each announced their breakup on Tuesday -- in 140 characters or less.

"Jenny and I have just ended our 5yr relationship," Carrey wrote on Twitter. "I'm grateful 4 the many blessings we've shared and I wish her the very best! S'okay!"

McCarthy, who attended Mother McAuley High School in Mount Greenwood, also turned to the social networking site to comment on the breakup. And like Carrey, the 37-year-old actress took the high road when answering Twitter's "What's happening?" question.

"I'm so grateful for the years Jim and I had together," McCarthy tweeted. "I will stay committed to Jane (Carrey's daughter) and will always keep Jim as a leading man in my heart."

Fans of Carrey and McCarthy will be glad to know they are still following each other on Twitter.

Sources : leisureblogs.chicagotribune.com