# Personal life of Rafael van der Vaart

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> Updated: 2026-10-03T21:49:31.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Rafael van der Vaart has shared details regarding his personal life and family. In a podcast appearance, he discussed maintaining a positive relationship with his ex-wife, Sylvie Meis, over 13 years after their separation.

Van der Vaart also addressed his long-term relationship with handball player Estavana Polman. The couple, who share a daughter, Jesslyn, announced they are expecting a second child. During a padel event, Van der Vaart expressed pride in Polman’s ability to continue playing sports during her pregnancy. He also commented on Polman’s recent departure from the television program ‘Vandaag Inside’, noting that “there are people who like you and people who do not like you.”

## Timeline

### 2026-10-03: Rafael van der Vaart and Estavana Polman announce second pregnancy

Rafael van der Vaart and Estavana Polman are expecting their second child. Van der Vaart also commented on Polman’s recent departure from the TV program Vandaag Inside.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rafael-van-der-vaart-and-estavana-polman-announce-second-pregnancy

### 2026-09-22: Rafael van der Vaart discusses relationship with ex-wife Sylvie Meis

Rafael van der Vaart discussed his positive relationship with ex-wife Sylvie Meis and his life with partner Estavana Polman during a recent podcast appearance.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rafael-van-der-vaart-discusses-relationship-with-ex-wife-sylvie-meis

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