Rassie Erasmus Shares Heartwarming Family Moment Post Divorce, SA’s Rugby Hero Celebrated

• Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus shared a picture of his family during a school event for his youngest daughters
• The post was one of the first events the family shared since Rassie and his wife Nikki divorced in 2024
• Local netizens praised the family on social media, calling the family one of South Africa’s treasures and saying Rassie is a proud father

World Cup-winning coach Rassie Erasmus posed for an adorable picture on his ex-wife Nicolene’s social media as the family met at a school event for their youngest daughter.

After Erasmus and his ex-wife divorced in 2024, the couple retained their status as committed parents, while they shared one of the first pictures as a family since the divorce.

Besides being a World Cup-winning coach and Bok coach, the family is firmly invested in rugby after daughter Nikki announced her engagement with Western Province star Andre-Hugo Venter.

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Rassie poses with his family

Nicolene posted the picture on her Instagram account:

The coach, who only recently joined Instagram, was tagged in the post alongside his ex-wife, and twin daughters Nikki and Carli, while their youngest, Jani stood centre.

Since the divorce, Erasmus has lived a simple life and spent time with his daughters over the festive period.

Erasmus still has some more downtime with the four-time world champion’s next match only taking place in July 2025 when Italy visits South Africa.

Erasmus shared pictures of him and his daughters over the festive period on Instagram:

Erasmus is a hero to the nation and his family

While Erasmus is praised by local and global fans for his achievements on and off the field, the coach is also celebrated by his daughters, who describe him as a hero.

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Since becoming a coach Erasmus has won a Currie Cup, two world titles, two Rugby Championships and was named the international coach of the year in 2019.

Fans praise Erasmus

Local rugby fans reacted on social media to praise Erasmus and his family after Nicolene shared the picture of the family together.

T8umrhode admires the post:

“Fam!”

Chrisballito is a fan:

“Kids lyk amazing en jy ook Nicky.”

Chipomoonorugby is a Rassie fan:

“Rassie!”

Reallyineedaname likes the picture:

“Beautiful family!”

Whymozambique liked seeing Rassie with his family:

“Nice to see you so relaxed Rassie!”

Amore.ferreira is amazed:

“Amazing family life.”

Ysrl_ng respects Rassie:

“Dr Rassie is SA’s treasure.”

Mbulelo_memani loves the family:

“The family treasure of South Africa. Wishing @jani.erasmuss God’s blessings and prosperity.”

Christelle Pienaar noticed something about the daughters:

“Wow Ras, your girls are a spitting image of you.”

Nolutha0209 loves the daughters:

“Love your gals. The twins are so funny.”

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What you need to know about Rassie Erasmus

Rassie Erasmus, born on 5 November 1972, in Despatch, Eastern Cape, is a celebrated South African rugby player and coach. He has been married to Nicolene for over 20 years, and they are proud parents to three daughters, including twin teenagers.

Erasmus made his Springboks debut during the final Test against the British & Irish Lions in 1997, contributing to a victory at Ellis Park after the Lions had already secured the series. Over his career, he earned 36 caps for the Springboks, starting in every match he played.

A key member of Nick Mallet’s renowned team between 1997 and 1998, Erasmus helped secure South Africa’s first Tri-Nations title. He played a pivotal role in the team’s record-equalling 17 consecutive Test victories.

Transitioning to coaching, Erasmus served as a technical advisor for Jake White during South Africa's preparations for the 2007 Rugby World Cup. Although he didn’t accompany the team to France, he had already made his mark and accepted a coaching role with the Stormers, further cementing his legacy in South African rugby.

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Rassie Erasmus’ salary is revealed

As reported by Briefly News, local rugby fans said Rassie Erasmus is worth every cent of his R1.25 million salary as Bok coach.

Erasmus is the second-highest-paid coach in world rugby and has backed up the valuation after leading the Boks to multiple World Cup and Rugby Championship titles.

Source: Briefly News