Amor Vittone Claps Back at Joost Van Der Westhuizen Divorce Claims: “Does It Make a Difference?”

• In a recent interview, Amor Vittone clarified the nature of her relationship with Joost van der Westhuizen at the time of his death
• The confusion stems from the fact that Amor Vittone and Joost van der Westhuizen initiated divorce proceedings in 2010
• Amor Vittone has been involved in ongoing court disputes over the late rugby star's will since his passing
• Briefly News spoke to grief counsellor Paula Quinsee, who advised how loved ones can deal with negative comments

Amor Vittone has set the record straight on whether she was divorced from the late Springbok Joost van der Westhuizen or not when he passed away in 2017.

There have been debates regarding the status of the singer and actress’ relationship with the rugby player whom she married in 2002, but had separated from by the time of his death after a protracted battle with motor neurone disease.

Amor Vittone has been in and out of court, fighting over Joost van der Westhuizen’s will.

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Were Amor Vittone and Joost van der Westhuizen divorced?

In an interview with Martin Bester on Jacaranda FM in an episode uploaded on the station's YouTube channel on Thursday, 26 June 2025, Amor Vittone clarified whether she was divorced from Joost van der Westhuizen when he died.

During the interview, Amor Vittone expressed surprise that people took offence when an article referred to her as widowed. The former Lotto presenter told Martin Bester that she finds it surprising that people are invested in how she is living her life. She said:

“Those kinds of things it does baffle me, and another thing that people often go on about and they fight on social media about it is the fact that when people or when the article says widowed. We weren’t divorced; I am widowed. Yes, does it make a difference? Why are people fighting? So, you know, at the end of the day, it's just I just want to live a life where I'm enjoying what I do, which I am, and kind of leave the noise behind.”

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Watch the full interview below:

Amor Vittone and Joost van der Westhuizen were blessed with two kids, son Jordan and daughter Kylie, after getting married in community of property in 2002, months after the Boks player finalised his divorce from his first wife, Marlene.

Amor and Joost initiated divorce proceedings in 2010 but never went through with it. According to Joost & Amor: Behind the Headlines author, Gavin Prins, the couple patched things up but lived separately, and Amor would often visit Joost with their daughter and son.

Speaking to Briefly News, grief counsellor Paula Quinsee shared how grieving partners can navigate negative comments.

She shared that grieving partners can set boundaries which will enable them to take care of their emotional well-being. Quinsee reminded grieving individuals that they are not obligated to engage or listen to conversations that ignite pain.

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Paula Quinsee advises that, should grieving individuals find themselves in such situations, they should politely remove themselves or explicitly ask for a change in topic and for their grieving process to be respected.

Amor Vittone questioned over her new look

Meanwhile, Briefly News reported that Amor Vittone caused a buzz on social media after debuting her new look.

Vittone sparked speculation after sharing a photo on Facebook. The photo showcased her with a noticeably youthful appearance, prompting some of Vittone's followers to question whether it was the result of heavy filters or possible cosmetic enhancements.

In the photo, the mother of two appeared strikingly youthful, showcasing flawless makeup, smooth, clear skin and a face seemingly free of wrinkles.

Source: Briefly News