Edwards Admits Fathering Love Child, Reportedly Separates From Wife

Former presidential candidate John Edwards has admitted fathering his former campaign videographer's child.

FOXNews.com: Former presidential candidate John Edwards has admitted fathering his former campaign videographer's child.

In a statement released to NBC News, Edwards said, "I am Quinn’s father. ... It was wrong for me ever to deny she was my daughter and hopefully one day, when she understands, she will forgive me."

Friends of the family said that Edwards and wife, Elizabeth, have separated, NBC reported.