Matthijs van Nieuwkerk, the well-known Dutch television presenter, made headlines over the weekend as he married ANP director Martha Riemsma. The couple exchanged vows on Saturday afternoon during a private ceremony held in The Hague, attended only by close friends and family.
The wedding ceremony, which was conducted by acclaimed writer Bart Chabot, celebrated the union of two notable figures from the media world. Riemsma confirmed the nuptials to the ANP following reports by local media outlet Story, stating, "We are incredibly happy to have taken this important step together."
Van Nieuwkerk, 64, is famous for hosting the popular talk show De Wereld Draait Door and has been part of the Dutch television scene for decades. Riemsma, 47, recently became the director of the ANP, having previously served as the editor-in-chief of De Twentsche Courant Tubantia for eight years. The pair began dating publicly around 2021, and their romance has since been closely followed by fans and the media alike.
After earlier marriages, both Van Nieuwkerk and Riemsma have children from previous relationships. Van Nieuwkerk was previously married to Karin van Munster; they tied the knot back in 1986 and share two children, Kees and Jet. Their relationship was tumultuous, culminating in their final separation earlier this year. Reflecting on his earlier struggles with personal issues, he stated, "I have caused my parents, children, and wife much grief," addressing the impact of his past behavior. "It was something I had to work on to maintain healthy relationships."
The weekend's heartwarming events were complemented by a lunch gathering for guests before the official wedding, followed by celebrations featuring champagne and treats. Friends and family members expressed their joy for the new couple, hoping for happiness as they forge their life together.
With both being influential figures, their marriage signifies not just personal joy but also unites strong legacies within the media. Van Nieuwkerk's return to the public spotlight also includes upcoming projects, with rumors of his film debut entitled Opa Cor stirring excitement among fans.
This marriage is another chapter for both individuals, having navigated their previous unions and personal journeys. Now united, they look forward to sharing their lives with each other and the challenges and successes the future may hold.
Congratulations are certainly in order for Matthijs Van Nieuwkerk and Martha Riemsma as they begin this exciting new phase together.
