Anlia and Eben Etzebeth have expanded their beautiful family yet again! The couple \u2014 who first became parents in January 2024 \u2014 recently announced the arrival of their\u00a0second baby girl\u00a0in October 2025. <\/p>\n
Anlia shared the joyful news with a tender hospital photo captioned:\u00a0\u201cOne week of us.\u201d\u00a0Their first daughter has officially stepped into her new role as big sister, and fans couldn\u2019t be happier for the growing Etzebeth clan.<\/p>\n
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\u201cNo Words Will Ever Be Able to Describe the Feeling\u201d<\/p>\n
Their journey into parenthood began when Anlia and Eben welcomed their first daughter on\u00a0January 16, 2024.
\u201c16\u202201\u202224 No words will ever be able to describe the feeling. Thank you lord,\u201d Anlia wrote at the time, accompanying the caption with a heart-melting Instagram photo of their newborn.<\/p>\n
A Memorable Pregnancy Reveal<\/p>\n
The public first learned the couple was expecting baby No. 1 during a moment that could not have been more iconic. Standing on the pitch of the Stade de France on\u00a0October 29, 2023, mere minutes after the Springboks lifted their historic fourth Rugby World Cup title, Anlia and Eben announced their first pregnancy in front of the world \u2014 and on Eben\u2019s 32nd birthday.<\/p>\n
\u201cBLESSINGS upon BLESSINGS! Thank you Lord. Well done Bokke & HAPPY BIRTHDAY my liefste man,\u201d she wrote at the time.<\/p>\n
Baby No. 2 \u2014 Their \u201cWildflower Girl\u201d<\/p>\n
In May 2025, the couple revealed that baby No. 2 was on the way, affectionately referring to her as their\u00a0\u201clittle wildflower girl.\u201d\u00a0A pastel-themed baby shower followed months later, and by late October the Etzebeths were celebrating their newest arrival \u2014 completing their family of four.<\/p>\n
A Love Story Sealed in Franschhoek<\/p>\n
The couple tied the knot in February 2023 at the picturesque La Paris Estate in Franschhoek, a venue fitting for their fairy-tale romance. Before crossing paths in Melkbosstrand, north of Cape Town, Anlia was already a rising star in South African entertainment.<\/p>\n
Anlia\u2019s Career \u2014 A Multi-Talented Performer<\/p>\n
Anlia Etzebeth (n\u00e9e van Rensburg) is far more than a \u201crugby wife\u201d \u2014 she has built a dynamic, multi-layered career across acting, music and performance.<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udfac Television & Film Career<\/p>\n
Earned an\u00a0Honours degree in Performing Arts\u00a0cum laude.<\/p>\n
Achieved national recognition as\u00a0Sasha Richter\u00a0in the popular Afrikaans series\u00a0Getroud Met Rugby.<\/p>\n
Appeared in productions such as:<\/p>\n
The Last Sacrament<\/p>\n
Agent 2000<\/p>\n
Revolt<\/p>\n
Deep Slate<\/p>\n
Die Spreeus<\/p>\n
Landed a role in the\u00a0HBO sci-fi series\u00a0Raised by Wolves, produced by Ridley Scott \u2014 giving her international exposure.<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udfb5 Music & Live Performance<\/p>\n
Performs under her musical name\u00a0Anlia Star.<\/p>\n
Released her first single in 2021 and continues to create new music.<\/p>\n
Known for her powerful voice, she has sung the\u00a0South African national anthem\u00a0at several major rugby matches \u2014 including the match where Eben celebrated his 100th Test cap.<\/p>\n
Rugby couples rich list, as Mike and Zara Tindall\u2019s wealth is revealed (Ranked 10-1)<\/p>\n
Below, we break down the\u00a0top 10 wealthiest rugby couples in 2025, ranked from the smallest fortunes to the most extraordinary net worths.<\/p>\n
Rugby couples rich list: <\/p>\n
10. David Pocock & Emma Palandri \u2013 \u00a31.5 million<\/p>\n
Former Australian rugby star\u00a0David Pocock\u00a0and his wife,\u00a0Emma Palandri, have diversified their wealth through post-rugby careers. Pocock is now an Australian senator, while Palandri co-founded social enterprise projects focusing on sustainable development.<\/p>\n
9. Nigel Owens & Barrie Jones-Davies \u2013 \u00a32 million<\/p>\n
Nigel Owens, Welsh former rugby referee, is a motivational speaker, commentator, and farmer. Together with his partner,\u00a0Barrie Jones-Davies, they\u2019ve cultivated a modest fortune built on Owens\u2019 post-rugby ventures.<\/p>\n
8. Owen Farrell & Georgie Farrell \u2013 \u00a33 million<\/p>\n
England captain\u00a0Owen Farrell\u00a0and his wife,\u00a0Georgie Farrell, an events manager, have accumulated a solid fortune through rugby salaries and personal business ventures.<\/p>\n
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