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Who is Ronaldo's wife? She worked as a cleaner and had to give up her dreams due to childhood financial problems

Who is Ronaldo's wife? She worked as a cleaner and had to give up her dreams due to childhood financial problems

From Večernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodríguez have reportedly tied the knot.
  • The couple confirmed the news on Instagram with a photo of their wedding rings, though details remain private.
  • They have been together since 2016 and share five children, having experienced a personal tragedy with the loss of a twin son.

Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo and his long-time partner Georgina Rodríguez have reportedly exchanged vows, ending years of speculation. The couple confirmed the marriage with a subtle announcement on Instagram, sharing a picture of their hands adorned with wedding rings. While the image offered a glimpse of their union, details regarding the dress, venue, and guests remain under wraps.

This reported marriage follows a lavish proposal last year in Riyadh, where Ronaldo presented Rodríguez with a spectacular oval diamond, estimated to be worth between $2 and $5 million. Rodríguez had previously hinted at their impending nuptials in her Netflix docuseries, "I Am Georgina," stating that marriage was only a matter of time.

The couple's relationship began in 2016 when they met at a Gucci store in Madrid, where Rodríguez worked as a sales assistant. Their connection, described by Rodríguez as love at first sight, blossomed away from the public eye and was first confirmed publicly at the 2017 FIFA awards. Together, they raise five children: Cristiano Jr., twins Eva Maria and Mateo, Alana, and their youngest daughter, Bella. Their journey has also been marked by profound loss, including the death of their twin son, Ángel, during childbirth in April 2022, a difficult period Ronaldo helped Rodríguez navigate.

Before meeting Ronaldo, Rodríguez's life was far from the glamour she now experiences. Born in Buenos Aires, she spent her childhood and youth in Jaca, Spain. Her father was Argentinian, and her early life was shaped by financial struggles that forced her to abandon her dreams.

I have reasons to continue and to be strong.

— Georgina RodríguezReflecting on her strength following the loss of her twin son.
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Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.