Oliver Geissen and Ulrike Geissen – From love to friendship
In the late 1990s, Hamburg-born Oliver Geissen became known to a wide audience through his successful talk show on RTL. Today, he is in a relationship with actress Christina Plate, whom he met during a vacation on Mallorca – an encounter that took place after the end of his first marriage. He has a long history with his first wife, Ulrike Geissen. The two went to school together and spent a total of 16 years side by side. They were married from 1999 to 2008 and became parents to two sons, who were born in 1999 and 2008. In an interview with the “Bild” newspaper, Oliver Geissen explained that their initial love had given way to a deep friendship over the years – a reason that ultimately led to their separation.
Oliver Geissen and Ulrike Geissen – From love to friendship
Roland Kaiser and Silvia – A love with obstacles
The pop star Roland Kaiser, known for his soulful ballads, leads a happy and fulfilled life in Münster with his third wife Silvia. The couple have been married since 1996 and enjoy a harmonious partnership. But in his autobiography “Sonnenseite: Die Autobiographie “, published in 2021, Kaiser reveals a surprising secret from his past: in the early 1990s, he had an affair with Silvia, although he was still married to actress Anja Schüte at the time. This relationship with Silvia, which began in 1993, eventually led to his divorce from Anja, to whom Kaiser had been married since 1990, in 1995. A chapter of his life that is not necessarily one of the most glamorous, but is nevertheless part of his story.
Roland Kaiser And Silvia – A Love With Obstacles
Dieter Bohlen – A love life full of twists and turns
The private life of musician Dieter Bohlen, known for his success with Modern Talking and Blue System, is just as multifaceted as his career. His first marriage was to Erika Sauerland, whom he met in a discotheque in Göttingen. After their wedding in 1983 and the birth of three children, the couple separated in 1989. In his biography, Bohlen admits that he had an affair with Jeanette D. during their marriage, whom he met while filming a Blue System music video. Whether this liaison was the trigger for the breakdown of the marriage remains uncertain, but it is unlikely to have helped the stability of his relationship with Erika.
Dieter Bohlen – Love life full of twists and turns
Marietta Slomka and Christof Lang – ending their journey together
Marietta Slomka is one of Germany’s most renowned political journalists and has been an integral part of the “heute-journal” team since 2001. Her former partner, Christof Lang, who also works in the media industry, is head of the southern regional studio of n-tv. The two got married in August 2004 against the picturesque backdrop of Lake Schliersee. During their relationship, the couple lived together in Cologne, although Marietta regularly commuted to Mainz for work, where she had a second home. After more than eight years together, they finally announced their separation. Both emphasized that this decision was made amicably and asked the public for understanding and respect for their privacy. No further details were released.
Marietta Slomka And Christof Lang – Common Path Ends
Mareile Höppner and Arne Schönfeld – no public reason for separation
Mareile Höppner, long the defining face of the tabloid magazine “Brisant”, has been in front of the camera as the presenter of “Extra – Das RTL-Magazin” since 2023. in 2006, she married her long-term partner Arne Schönfeld, and four years later they welcomed their son Jakob into the world together. But the marriage didn’t last – Mareile and Arne eventually went their separate ways. Mareile only made this step public two years after their separation. Although Mareile is now in a new partnership, the divorce has not yet been finalized. She spoke openly to “Bunte” about the guilt she felt towards her son after the separation. At the same time, however, she emphasized that even the best relationships can come to an end – a sad realization that is also confirmed by the statistics.
Mareile Höppner and Arne Schönfeld – No public reason for separation
Nazan Eckes and Julian Khol – separation without a clear reason
Since the late 1990s, charismatic presenter Nazan Eckes has been one of the defining faces of German television. From 2008 to 2022, she confidently hosted “Extra – Das RTL-Magazin”. She seemed to have found the love of her life in painter Julian Khol, and in 2012 the two tied the knot in the romantic setting of Florence. But in 2022, the first rumors about a possible separation of the couple, who have two sons together, emerged. One conspicuous clue was Nazan’s appearance at the Oktoberfest, where she wore the bow of her dirndl on the “single side” – a detail that neither her fans nor the press missed. A short time later, her management officially confirmed the separation.
Nazan Eckes and Julian Khol – separation without a clear reason
Tom Buhrow and Sabine Stamer – parting ways after two decades
Born in Troisdorf, Tom Buhrow has been the director of Westdeutscher Rundfunk since July 2013. For many years, he was married to journalist Sabine Stamer, who became famous for her biography of Daniel Cohn-Bendit. Together they have two daughters and shared not only their family life, but also their passion for writing. This collaboration led to the publication of three books together. Their marriage, which began in 1993, lasted almost a quarter of a century – 23 years to be exact. In 2016, Bild reported that Tom and Sabine had separated amicably and by mutual consent.
Tom Buhrow and Sabine Stamer – Parting ways after two decades
Til Schweiger and Dana Schweiger – reconciliation after a breach of trust
Til Schweiger, one of the most famous stars in the German celebrity world, was married to model Dana Schweiger for many years. Together they were considered a dream couple and created the image of an almost perfect family with their four children – including spending time together in sunny Malibu. But after their return to Germany in 2004, they split up: a year later it became known that Til’s infidelity had brought about the end of their marriage. However, in an honest interview with Gala magazine in 2019, Dana spoke about how time had healed the wounds. Today, she sees Til more like a brother.
Til Schweiger and Dana Schweiger – Reconciliation after a breach of trust
Verona Pooth and Dieter Bohlen – A stormy short marriage
Verona Pooth, once the wife of pop titan Dieter Bohlen, now lives happily alongside entrepreneur Franjo Pooth. Her brief marriage to the “Modern Talking” star was a media spectacle from the outset, but she left it behind to gain a foothold in the entertainment industry on her own. Their first meeting in a recording studio quickly led to their wedding in Las Vegas on May 13, 1996 – but their marital bliss was short-lived. Verona later accused Dieter of violence, which he always denied. In her biography, she also revealed that he had cheated on her. The exact circumstances of the separation remain a mystery to this day.
Verona Pooth and Dieter Bohlen – A stormy short marriage
Sophia Thomalla and Andy LaPlegua – separation on good terms
Sophia Thomalla now seems to have found her personal happiness with tennis star Alexander Zverev, who is very different from her previous partners. Previously, Thomalla was best known for her turbulent on-off relationship with “Rammstein” frontman Till Lindemann. Her liaison with British rock star Gavin Rossdale also made headlines at the time. She was also married to Norwegian musician Andy LaPlegua, frontman of the band “Icon of Coil” – a marriage that only lasted 600 days. According to Bild, the separation was amicable and Sophia finally closed this chapter with the official divorce in 2017.
Sophia Thomalla and Andy LaPlegua – separation by mutual consent
Daniela Büchner and Yılmaz Karabaş – a life full of twists and turns
Daniela “Danni” Büchner is a well-known face in the world of reality shows, but her life has been marked by painful losses. Born in Düsseldorf, she followed her heart at a young age and married her school friend Yılmaz Karabaş in Turkey. This marriage produced two daughters. But their happiness did not last long: the relationship ended in 2007 and Yılmaz died just two years later, which hit Daniela hard. Despite this stroke of fate, she found the courage to start a new chapter. She married pop singer Jens Büchner, with whom she moved to Mallorca. But life put her to the test again: in November 2018, Jens lost his battle with lung cancer. Daniela’s story is a moving journey full of highs and lows that has shaped her into the strong personality she is today.
Daniela Büchner And Yılmaz Karabaş – A life full of twists and turns
Heidi Klum and Seal – lack of cohesion
Heidi Klum, the world-famous model icon, seems to have found the love of her life in Tom Kaulitz, the guitarist of the band “Tokio Hotel”. Her affinity with musicians is unmistakable when you consider her previous relationship with British singer Seal. Heidi and Seal were once celebrated as the ultimate glamorous couple and are parents to three children together. But their marriage broke up after seven years, in 2012 – that infamous “darn seventh year”. The exact reasons for the split remain unclear to this day. In an interview with the Sunday Times, Heidi gave an insight into this difficult time and explained that she had tried everything to save the marriage. Seal, on the other hand, reflected that there had been a lack of real teamwork in their relationship, especially when it came to raising their children.
Heidi Klum and Seal – Lack of cohesion
Lothar Matthäus and Sylvia Matthäus – an untold secret
Lothar Matthäus, a soccer icon and record holder for the most international caps for Germany, also seems to be aiming for records off the pitch – at least when it comes to marriages. By 2021, he had already been married five times. His first great love was Sylvia, with whom he tied the knot in 1981. As a rising star in the soccer world and later world champion in 1990, Sylvia was always by his side. Together they raised two daughters, Alisa and Viola. But their marriage ended after eleven years. While Sylvia has now largely withdrawn from the public eye, Lothar is still looking for the love of his life.
Lothar Matthäus and Sylvia Matthäus – An untold secret
Sylvie Meis and Rafael van der Vaart – farewell with fireworks
Many certainly remember Sylvie Meis as the charming wife of former soccer star Rafael van der Vaart. The couple married in 2005 and quickly became crowd favorites. The small family, who had been living as a threesome since 2006, were long regarded as the epitome of a glamorous couple. But on New Year’s Eve 2013, an incident occurred that shattered their seemingly perfect image: Sylvie and Rafael broke up abruptly just one day into the new year. It was particularly piquant that Rafael sought comfort in the arms of Sabia Boulahrouz – a close friend of Sylvie’s – shortly afterwards. A high-profile break-up battle ensued, which was covered intensively by the media. At the end of 2013, the divorce became official and Sylvie took back her maiden name.
Sylvie Meis and Rafael Van Der Vaart – Farewell with fireworks
Thomas Gottschalk and Thea – the decision of the heart
The name Thomas Gottschalk is inextricably linked with his iconic role as host of “Wetten, dass…?”, which he has been shaping since 1987. His fans were all the more surprised when it was announced in 2019 that Gottschalk was separating from his wife Thea after more than 40 years of marriage. Their love story began in the early 1970s when they met at a medical ball. They tied the knot just four years later. in 2022, Gottschalk spoke about the separation in an interview with “Bunte”: “It was a decision for life that I still don’t regret today.” However, he did not want to comment on further details of his private life.
Thomas Gottschalk and Thea – The decision of the heart
Sido and Charlotte Würdig – The end of a love affair
When Sido conquered the German charts in 2004 with “Mein Block”, he catapulted Berlin ghetto rap into the limelight. After breaking up with his long-term partner Doreen Steinert in 2012, the rapper found a new love in TV presenter Charlotte Würdig. Their relationship quickly developed into something serious and they tied the knot in the same year. Two sons completed their family happiness. But the marriage didn’t last. in 2020, Sido and Charlotte announced their separation. However, they emphasized that they would be there for their children as committed and loving parents despite their differences.
Sido And Charlotte Würdig – The End Of A Love
Pietro Lombardi and Sarah Engels – from dream couple to separation
Pietro Lombardi and Sarah Engels, the dream couple of the eighth season of “Deutschland sucht den Superstar”, found each other during filming. they tied the knot in 2013 and crowned their happiness in 2015 with the birth of their son Alessio. But in October 2016, break-up rumors suddenly started doing the rounds, and a short time later the end of their relationship was officially confirmed. In an interview, Sarah explained the reasons for the separation of the former model couple: they had grown apart emotionally, focused exclusively on their son Alessio and lost sight of their partnership. They have since remarried and have each started a new family.
Pietro Lombardi and Sarah Engels – From dream couple to separation
Veronica Ferres and Martin Krug – Missing moments together
Veronica Ferres, often known as the “superwoman”, has been one of the shining stars of the German film industry for years. She has been in a relationship with entrepreneur Carsten Maschmeyer since 2009 and tied the knot in Nice in 2014. It was Ferres’ second marriage: she was previously married to advertising expert Martin Krug. Their daughter Lilly, who has also embarked on a career as an actress, is from this marriage. The relationship between Ferres and Krug ended in November 2008, almost seven years after their wedding, which was celebrated shortly before Lilly’s birth in May 2001. Veronica and Martin said that the reason for their separation was that they simply didn’t have time for each other.
Veronica Ferres and Martin Krug – Missing moments together
Michael Wendler and Claudia Norberg – love, separation and a new beginning
The entertainer Michael Wendler, known for his popular hits, has made a name for himself in the past not only through financial problems and controversial statements. His love life has also repeatedly made headlines. in 2009, Wendler married his long-term partner Claudia, with whom he had already been in a relationship for two decades at the time. Family happiness seemed perfect: together with their daughter, the couple moved to the USA in 2016 to start a new chapter. But just two years later came the surprising news of their separation. Rumor has it that Laura Müller, a much younger woman and now Wendler’s wife, may have been the catalyst for the end of the marriage.
Michael Wendler And Claudia Norberg – Love, Separation And A New Beginning
Diane Kruger and Guillaume Canet – Shared happiness to amicable separation
Diane Kruger, who achieved worldwide fame for her role as Helen in the epic “Troy” (2004) alongside Brad Pitt, is one of the most impressive German stars in Hollywood. Three years before her big breakthrough, she married the French actor Guillaume Canet. The two met during her acting training at the renowned “Cours Florent” in France. After five years together, however, they separated and ended their marriage. The official reason given was that they had grown apart – a development that seems all too understandable given the busy schedules of both actors. Despite the separation, Diane and Guillaume still have a friendly relationship to this day.
Diane Kruger And Guillaume Canet – Shared Happiness To Friendly Separation
Alessandra Meyer-Wölden and Oliver Pocher – A relationship characterized by parental responsibility
The relationship between Alessandra Meyer-Wölden and Oliver Pocher began shortly after the end of Alessandra’s brief engagement to Boris Becker. In 2009, her relationship with the comedian became public, and just two years later the two tied the knot near Cologne. Their life together has been enriched by three children: a daughter and twin boys. As Oliver Pocher revealed in an interview with Alessandra, the children were a crucial support for their relationship. He confessed that a separation would probably have happened sooner without the pregnancy. But in 2013, their story together finally came to an end.
Alessandra Meyer Wölden and Oliver Pocher – A relationship characterized by parental responsibility
Sarah Connor and Marc Terenzi – The end of a TV love affair
In the early 2000s, Sarah Connor, known for her album “Green Eyed Soul”, fell head over heels in love with singer Marc Terenzi. Their relationship became public in 2002, followed by their wedding two years later. With the docusoap “Sarah & Marc in Love”, they gave their fans intimate insights into their seemingly perfect life. But there was a crisis behind the façade and in 2008 the couple decided to go their separate ways. Despite the separation and their children together, both musicians maintained a respectful relationship. Marc Terenzi made a conciliatory statement in “Stern” at the time and showed understanding for the end of their relationship.
Sarah Connor and Marc Terenzi – The end of a TV love affair
Jasmin Wagner and Frank Sippel – A new chapter begins
In the 90s, Jasmin Wagner, better known as Blümchen, achieved great fame in the music world with her hit “Herz an Herz”. After a short-lived relationship with Lucas Cordalis, she found happiness with Swiss businessman Frank Sippel. The couple married in St. Moritz in 2015 and initially lived in Zurich before moving to Berlin. Their separation was announced in 2020 and the divorce followed two years later. On 13 July, Jasmin made a public statement about their separation – and also surprised everyone by announcing her pregnancy. The father of her child is her new partner, a Danish fashion entrepreneur.
Jasmin Wagner And Frank Sippel – A New Chapter Begins
August Diehl and Julia Malik – A calm separation after a long relationship
August Diehl, known from “Inglourious Basterds”, and Julia Malik, known from “Verliebt in Berlin”, were long considered one of the model couples of the German celebrity scene. They shared their lives for two decades after meeting in Hamburg – she was still a student at the time, while he was already working at the Kammerspiele. Their wedding took place in 1999. At the beginning of 2019, however, Julia Malik made public headlines with a new partner at her side, which made her separation from August Diehl, which had already taken place three years earlier, public. Today, Julia has found happiness with author Andreas Schimmelbach, with whom she shares a passion for writing.
August Diehl and Julia Malik – A calm separation after a long relationship
Chris Töpperwien and Magdalèna Kalley – Amicable separation without a fight
Chris Töpperwien, better known as the “Currywurst Man”, ventured across the Atlantic to live his American dream. His adventure was accompanied by the TV show “Goodbye Deutschland! Die Auswanderer”, which documented his journey. Born in Neuss, he married the successful musical actress Magdalèna Kalley in 2014. His wife, affectionately known as “Magey”, even moved to the USA for Chris. But after four years together, the marriage broke up. Rumors were already doing the rounds before the official separation in September 2018, as the couple hardly ever appeared together in public. Despite the breakdown of their relationship, Chris and Magey separated amicably and maintained a respectful attitude without any arguments.
Chris Töpperwien And Magdalèna Kalley – Amicable Separation Without A Fight
Ralf and Annette Moeller: A new chapter after years together
Ralf Moeller, known for his impressive stature as the former Mr. Universe and his role in the film “Gladiator”, has started a new chapter in his life together with his long-term partner Annette Moeller. The couple met in 1984 and decided to seek their fortune in Los Angeles in 1992, where Ralf continued to develop his acting career. After more than two decades of marriage, however, they separated – a decision that, according to Ralf Moeller’s management, was made amicably. They have two daughters together. in 2013, Ralf Moeller spoke publicly about the separation and emphasized that you shouldn’t give up on yourself in a marriage.
Ralf And Annette Moeller A New Chapter After Years Together
Barbara Sukowa and Daniel Olbrychski – Mysterious end
Barbara Sukowa, the celebrated actress known from cinematic masterpieces such as “Die bleierne Zeit” and “Lola”, met Polish actor Daniel Olbrychski on the set of “Rosa Luxemburg” in 1986. Olbrychski, a fixture in Polish cinema since the 1960s, and Sukowa had a relationship that produced their son Viktor Longo-Olbrychski. Despite the lasting mark they both left on the film world, the reason for their separation remains unclear to this day. After the relationship ended, Barbara Sukowa married the multimedia artist and photographer Robert Longo in 1994. The couple now live in Brooklyn, New York, and have decided to keep their private lives largely out of the public eye.
Barbara Sukowa and Daniel Olbrychski – Mysterious end
Tom Kaulitz and Ria Sommerfeld: the end of a short love story
Tom Kaulitz, who became famous early on as the guitarist in the band “Tokio Hotel”, married top model Heidi Klum in 2019. Before his relationship with Heidi, he was in a relationship with Ria Sommerfeld, “Miss Philippines Germany 2004”. The couple lived together in Los Angeles from 2011, where Tom supported Ria with her studies at UCLA. However, their marriage, which was concluded in 2015, only lasted six months and broke down due to irreconcilable differences. Today, the musician seems to have settled in perfectly alongside Heidi Klum in Los Angeles.
Tom Kaulitz And Ria Sommerfeld The End Of A Short Love Story
Lilly Becker and Boris Becker – A love that didn’t last
In recent years, Boris Becker has made headlines mainly because of his financial difficulties. But there was a time when his private life took center stage. After divorcing his first wife, Barbara Feltus, he found happiness with model Sharlely Kerssenberg, better known as Lilly. they married in 2009 and their son Amadeus was born a year later. However, after 13 years of marriage, they announced their separation. In an interview with “Hello” magazine, Lilly admitted: “Unfortunately, it just didn’t work out between Boris and me – that’s the bitter truth.” Nevertheless, she looked back on their time together without regret.
Lilly Becker And Boris Becker – A Love That Didn’t Last
Eva Herman and Michael Bischoff – A marriage comes to an end
Once celebrated as “Miss Tagesschau”, Eva Herman, who established herself as one of Germany’s most popular presenters over the years, experienced a significant change in her public perception. She was married four times in the course of her life. Her fourth and so far last marriage was to hotel owner Michael Bischoff in Lower Saxony in 2005, after the two had already been a couple for three years – with a brief interruption. However, this marriage only lasted a decade and Eva Herman separated from Michael Bischoff in 2015. Today, the former news presenter lives in a partnership with Andreas Popp.
Eva Herman and Michael Bischoff – A marriage comes to an end