Hollywood action legend Jean-Claude Van Damme, the “Muscles from Brussels,” has once again set tongues wagging with rumors of a clandestine wedding to a stunning young model in the romantic hills of Italy. The explosive gossip, swirling across social media and tabloid outlets, alleges that the 64-year-old martial arts icon secretly tied the knot in a lavish, under-the-radar ceremony, leaving fans and insiders shocked—especially given his long-standing marriage to former bodybuilder Gladys Portugues.
The rumor mill kicked into high gear after alleged photos surfaced online, purportedly showing Van Damme exchanging vows with a mysterious, youthful beauty in a picturesque Italian villa. While these images have since been debunked as cleverly crafted fakes, the speculation has only intensified, painting a tantalizing picture of romance, betrayal, and high drama. Sources close to the star claim the supposed nuptials took place in Tuscany, with whispers of a star-studded guest list and a ceremony dripping in opulence. But could there be any truth to these claims, or is this just another wild Hollywood fabrication?
Adding fuel to the fire, reports suggest that Van Damme’s marriage to Gladys Portugues, his wife of over three decades, is on the rocks. The couple, who first married in 1987, divorced in 1992, and remarried in 1999, have weathered their share of storms, including Van Damme’s publicized struggles with rapid-cycling bipolar disorder and past rumors of infidelity. A resurfaced clip from the 2011 documentary Jean-Claude Van Damme: Behind Closed Doors showing a heated argument between the couple has reignited concerns about their relationship, with some insiders claiming that Portugues has been pushed to her limit. “Gladys has stood by Jean-Claude through thick and thin, but these rumors of a secret wedding have her questioning everything,” an anonymous source allegedly told a tabloid.
Complicating matters further, some reports have linked Van Damme to Ukrainian model Alena Kaverina, with whom he’s rumored to have been in a long-term relationship while still legally married to Portugues. Could Kaverina be the “young model” at the center of the Italian wedding buzz? The lack of concrete evidence and Van Damme’s silence on the matter only deepen the mystery.
The action star, known for iconic films like Bloodsport and Kickboxer, has yet to publicly address the wedding rumors. However, he recently took to Instagram to warn fans about imposters on social media, stating, “Real Van Damme is on Instagram and Facebook ONLY at the moment… YouTube and X are being held hostage.” Could this be a subtle hint at his frustration with the spread of fake images and gossip?
For now, the world watches eagerly as the saga unfolds. Is Jean-Claude Van Damme embarking on a new chapter with a secret bride, or is this just another chapter in the rollercoaster of his personal life? One thing is certain: the “Muscles from Brussels” knows how to keep us all on the edge of our seats.
