Ex-Springbok Jacques Potgieter Faces Backlash Over Marriage Breakdown With Angelique Gerber
- Former Springbok Jacques Potgieter is facing criticism after sharing a family moment on social media
- Comments about his separation from actress Angelique Gerber have drawn fresh attention to their relationship
- The former couple’s second split comes after a brief reconciliation and renewed questions about their family
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Former Springbok rugby player Jacques Potgieter has come under fire from social media users following the reported breakdown of his marriage to actress Angelique Gerber. The backlash intensified after he shared a photograph with his twin daughters, describing their outing as “date night”.
The couple, who have three children together, reportedly attempted to reconcile earlier in 2026 after spending several years apart. However, their renewed relationship appears to have ended, with Gerber preparing to proceed with divorce proceedings.
Angelique Gerber confirms divorce plans
According to The South African, Gerber’s representatives confirmed in October that she intended to pursue a divorce.
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The actress and Potgieter first separated in 2021, although their marriage remained legally intact. They later appeared to rekindle their relationship between July and September 2026, before fresh signs of a split emerged.
Gerber’s lawyer reportedly said the decision to end the marriage was in the “best interests” of their three children. The latest developments follow a turbulent period in the former couple’s relationship, which has attracted considerable attention online.
Social media users criticise Jacques Potgieter
Potgieter’s photograph with his daughters prompted several followers to comment on his separation from Gerber.
One user, Rosario Mia, wrote:
“You destroyed your family and your children’s future. Go get help, and stop seeking attention.”
Another follower, Aletta van Wyk, questioned relationship expectations, asking:
“What is going on with the male gender? They just can’t be satisfied with one woman?”
Brenda Benjamin also questioned the example Potgieter was setting for his daughters, commenting:
“What an example is he for his little girls?”
The comments criticise the former rugby player, but they reflect the opinions of individual social media users rather than established findings about the marriage.
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What happens next for the former couple?
As of Monday, 26 October 2026, Potgieter and Gerber’s relationship is back in the spotlight following reports that the actress intends to proceed with a divorce. However, it remains unclear whether they have formally filed divorce papers.
The former couple have yet to publicly clarify their next steps, while social media users continue to weigh in on their separation.
Angelique Gerber’s cryptic Instagram posts fuel split rumours
Briefly News also reported that Angelique Gerber added to speculation surrounding her relationship with former Springbok Jacques Potgieter after sharing two cryptic Instagram Stories in October 2026.
One post referred to a man who had “betrayed his whole family”, while another joked about an ex causing problems in someone else’s life. The messages prompted speculation among followers, although Gerber did not mention Potgieter by name.
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