Bernard Parker announces split and admits to personal addictions

Bernard Parker, the former Kaizer Chiefs forward and current TS Galaxy head coach, has publicly announced his separation from partner Kacha Stepanovic. In a social media statement released ahead of TS Galaxy’s match against Orlando Pirates, Parker admitted to making mistakes and struggling with “personal addictions” that have impacted his life and loved ones.

Parker expressed regret to Stepanovic for the pain he caused during their three-year relationship, noting that some actions cannot be undone by an apology. He emphasized a commitment to co-parenting their six children together.

Stepanovic responded to the announcement with a pointed warning on her own social media, stating that “lust and addiction will strip you of your family, your work, your name and everything you built.” The announcement has also drawn significant public attention regarding Parker's previous marriage to Wendy Parker.