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Rachel Kolisi reflects on her journey after separating from Siya Kolisi, expressing gratitude for the support she's received as she navigates this new chapter focused on healing and personal growth.
Always there as a steady and strong partner to former Springbok captain Siya Kolisi, Rachel Kolisi has once again shown her resilience and authenticity as she faces one of her toughest chapters yet.
In a heartfelt post on social media, Rachel shared her gratitude for the overwhelming love and support she has received following her recent divorce announcement.
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11:08 - 29.10.2024
Siya and Rachel: When cracks began to show in a once-unbreakable bond
Last week, Siya and Rachel Kolisi announced their separation, emphasizing mutual respect, continued friendship, and commitment to co-parenting their children.
Reflecting on this life-altering journey, Rachel expressed the emotional toll of the separation.
“This is so hard. I have genuinely been overwhelmed by kindness and love, and I'm so grateful. Fully committed to my healing journey. Peace is my portion," she wrote on Instagram.
The announcement of their separation marked the end of more than a decade together, during which the Kolisis became a beloved symbol of unity and resilience in South Africa.
They have weathered both public and private challenges, sharing parts of their journey with their fans and followers over the years.
The couple's relationship, marked by enduring love and mutual support, inspired many around the world.
Their openness about their lives created a connection with fans who admired their commitment to family and community, with Rachel often seen as Siya’s unwavering rock and biggest supporter.
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In a joint statement, Siya and Rachel confirmed their split, citing personal growth and the different directions their lives had taken.
“We’ve grown apart, and our journey has taken us in different directions,” the couple shared, adding that they will always “cherish the memories and lessons shared.”
For Rachel, this season has brought with it a period of reflection and acceptance.
Friends, family, and fans alike have reached out to show their love, offering support as she charts this new course.
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21:30 - 26.10.2024
Siya Kolisi: The millions his wife will receive after divorce from Springboks captain
South Africa’s prominent couple Siya and Rachel Kolisi announced their mutual separation pledging continued partnership in co-parenting and charity.
As a mother of two, Rachel has been candid about her journey, sharing both her challenges and her hopes for peace and healing in her life going forward.
Her openness has resonated with many, especially those who have followed her journey as a devoted wife and mother.
Over the years, Rachel became not only a significant figure in Siya’s life but also a powerful voice in her own right, championing causes close to her heart, including women’s empowerment and social justice.
Her influence as a public figure has allowed her to inspire countless women, and now, her honesty about the struggles of her divorce is inspiring a new wave of empathy and support.
The Kolisi family dynamic has been widely admired, not just for their love and resilience, but for the warmth and inclusiveness they showed to their children and Siya’s siblings, who they took under their wing as part of their big family.
Rachel's journey forward is not just about herself but also about nurturing and guiding her children, a role she has always cherished.
Siya, who remains a celebrated figure in South African rugby and Rachel, with her steadfast commitment to social causes will continue to leave their mark on South African society.
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