Ceremony held a year after loss of son for a grieving mother - Union formed a year following the son's demise
In a heartfelt interview with SuperIllu, Katja Kühn, a former contestant on RTL's dating show "Der Bachelor," shared her journey of love and loss with Austrian footballer Marcel Sabitzer. The couple, who have been together since 2017, recently got married in Italy last weekend, but their wedding was clouded by the tragic loss of Katja's son, Lucas, who passed away on March 24, 2024.
Katja, 40, and Marcel, 31, who plays for Borussia Dortmund, have been parents to a daughter since the previous year. Despite the void left by Lucas' absence, the couple found solace in each other and their new family. Katja expressed that there was an empty space on the wedding day due to Lucas' absence, but she believes that his spirit will always be alive in their hearts, thoughts, and memories.
The couple's engagement took place in the Maldives, and Marcel proposed to Katja with a beautiful ring. The wedding was a private affair, and details about the ceremony are not widely available. However, Katja mentioned that Lucas could not share the wedding day with them.
Katja's son Lucas came from a previous relationship. Losing Lucas was a profound loss for Katja, but she has found strength in her relationship with Marcel and their new family. The couple has been open about their grief and their journey towards healing.
For those who may be experiencing similar losses, it's important to remember that healing takes time and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Commonly documented methods include mutual support, professional counseling, creating meaningful rituals or memorials, and gradually rebuilding life together with empathy and patience.
If you or someone you know is in need of support, the Crisis Helpline is available in Germany. The numbers are (0800) 1110111 and (0800) 1110222, and email and chat consultations are also available. A list of nationwide support services can be found on the German Society for Suicide Prevention website.
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- Katja Courageous, the former 'Der Bachelor' contestant, and her husband, Marcel Sabitzer of Borussia Dortmund, found solace in each other and their new family after the loss of Katja's son, Lucas, in 2024.
- The couple's wedding in Italy was a private affair, but the absence of Lucas was felt on their special day.
- Coping with grief and healing from loss is a unique journey for everyone and may involve methods like mutual support, professional counseling, creating meaningful rituals, and rebuilding life together with patience and empathy.
- For those in need of support, German resources such as the Crisis Helpline (0800) 1110111 and (0800) 1110222, as well as email and chat consultations are available. A list of nationwide support services can be found on the German Society for Suicide Prevention website.
