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Maybe you could give each of them a handwritten note. Say something like, "I've been led to believe that you two have become fodder for the gossip mill. It really pains me to know that you're going through that. I hope that I don't have to confirm it for you but...just in case, I wish to assure you that I had nothing at all to do with it. Please let me know if/how I can help and support you guys."
That's all you can do, as far as they are concerned - they either will or will not believe you and trust your sincerity.
As far as everyone else, regardless of whether or not your close friendships are rekindled, feel free to vigorously defend their honour and integrity if anyone approaches you with, or you happen to overhear, any rumours or snide remarks about them.
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"Good or benign intentions do not provide a defence." ~ Tony Wong, Reporter
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