Michael “Mimi” Kraus (40) and his wife Bella (33) confirmed on Instagram in time for the New Year that they are no longer a couple. They want to end all the speculation that was going on before. In two similar statements, both explain in their stories that they separated a while ago.

“In the hope that the speculation and news, in every respect, will stop, I would like to (finally) clarify something,” writes the former handball player, who was a candidate on the RTL dance show “Let’s Dance” at the beginning of the year. And further: “Bella and I are separated. Not just since yesterday.”

Bella Kraus also chooses similar words. “Mimi and I are separated – and have been for a very long time,” writes the influencer. Both also address why they are only talking about it now. “Protection for our children and protection for ourselves from the emotional process that should remain private,” she explains.

He writes accordingly: “Protection for our children and protection for us.” Both also ask that no more messages or comments be written to them regarding this matter.

Mimi and Bella Kraus have been married since 2014 and have four children. They obviously want to stay connected in the future, as she explains: “It was and continues to be important to us to be the best team for the children.”

Despite everything, the athlete and his former partner wish their followers a good start into 2024.