Former footballer Dirk Kuyt faces embarrassing TV moment
It has been exactly a week since Dirk Kuyt’s ex-wife completely aired their dirty laundry on RTL Boulevard. What is Willem van Hanegem’s take on this embarrassing TV moment?
Lawsuits are detrimental for celebrities, as they can be damaging to their image. The tabloids not only showcase the celebrity’s side but also give a platform to the opposing party, who can sometimes tarnish their reputation. Just ask former top footballer Dirk Kuyt.
Willem’s reaction
Dirk’s ex-wife went off on a tirade in front of the cameras of RTL Boulevard exactly a week ago. It was not just airing dirty laundry, it was airing completely smeared laundry. She went on and on about how he neglects his children, how he doesn’t keep his promises… It was endless.
All very embarrassing, which is why Nieuwe Revu is now covering the story. One of the people asked for their opinion? Willem van Hanegem. “What do I think about his ex-wife discussing private matters with the media? I have no opinion on that, you should ask RTL Boulevard for that,” he snapped.
Less intrusive
Willem finds it all a bit too much. “In my time as a footballer, the media were much less interested in things happening at home. Reporters were also less intrusive. By asking for my opinion on the situation surrounding Dirk Kuyt’s ex-wife’s remarks, you are no better than them.”
Willem cannot comprehend why Nieuwe Revu is even asking about this. “That you are concerned with such things… I think it’s nonsense that professional footballers have to share their private lives with the media. How strange. But unfortunately, it’s part of the game nowadays.”
No sympathy
Celebrities don’t have it easy nowadays, he continues. “If you can play football well, dance, act, or present, the media will delve into the personal lives of these celebrities. And well, sometimes there are unpleasant things that come out, like with Kuyt now. We shouldn’t feel sorry for him.”
“Kuyt will manage on his own. And I have zero interest in what his ex says in front of the camera.”