Franz Beckenbauer’s Personal Life, Siblings, Parents, Wife, Girlfriend, Kids, Other Family and Dating History
Franz Beckenbauer, the iconic German footballer and manager, has led a life filled with public triumphs and carefully guarded personal moments. Here’s what we know about his family:
Family:
Parents:
Franz Josef Beckenbauer Sr.: A construction worker who instilled in Franz Jr. a strong work ethic and discipline.
Walburga Beckenbauer: A homemaker who provided a loving and supportive environment for her children.
Siblings:
Walter Beckenbauer: Franz’s younger brother, who also played professional football but to a lesser extent. They share a close bond and have occasionally collaborated on business ventures.
Wives/Girlfriends:
Brigitte Beckenbauer (married 1966-1980): Franz’s first wife and mother of his three eldest children. Their marriage ended amidst public scrutiny but they remained cordial for their children’s sake.
Heidi Burmester (partnered 1980-2002): Franz’s long-term partner with whom he had two children. Their relationship ended due to infidelity on his part.
Wife:
Susanne Beckenbauer (married 2006-present): Franz’s current wife and stepmother to his five children. They also maintain a private life together away from the media spotlight.
Kids:
Claudia, Stephan, and Markus (from Brigitte): All three have enjoyed successful careers in their chosen fields, though they prefer to keep their personal lives private.
Jessica and Franz Jr. (from Heidi): Jessica has pursued a career in fashion, while Franz Jr. also followed in his father’s footsteps to become a football player and manager.
Other Family:
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- Franz has extended family in Germany, but he rarely speaks about them publicly. He also values their privacy and prefers to keep their lives out of the limelight.
Dating History:
Prior to his relationships with Brigitte and Heidi, Franz dated several women during his younger years. However, he chooses not to publicly discuss these past relationships. He has not publicly discussed his dating history in detail since his second divorce.
Additional Information:
- Franz enjoys spending time with his family and friends when he’s not working. He reportedly enjoys playing golf, skiing, and also attending cultural events.
- He is actively involved in charitable work, supporting various organizations related to children’s health and education.
