The Dutch entertainment world is reacting to the news that singer Jan Smit and his wife, Liza Plat, are separating after fourteen years of marriage. The split was confirmed on Friday by Smit’s manager, following initial reports from RTL Boulevard. The couple, known for their public life and family dynamic, have requested privacy during this difficult time.
The announcement brings an end to a relationship that began after Smit’s previous relationship with Yolanthe Cabau. The couple found their connection during a vacation in France, where they spent time with Liza’s then-one-year-aged daughter, Fem, at the home of Jan Dulles, singer of the band 3JS and a close friend of Smit, according to Social Nieuws. They officially married on November 11, 2011, on the Caribbean island of Sint Maarten, followed by a larger celebration in Volendam six days later.
Jan Smit’s sister, Monique Smit, addressed the separation in a video statement to Shownieuws, acknowledging the sensitivity of the situation. “It’s highly fresh,” she stated, adding that This proves a private matter for her brother and his family. The couple share two children together, daughter Emma, born in November 2010, and son Senn, born in August 2013. Liza also has a daughter, Fem, from a previous relationship, whom Jan Smit has embraced as his own.
The couple’s fourteen-year marriage was publicly celebrated just last year, with Jan Smit sharing a heartfelt message on Instagram, stating, “Today we are celebrating love! November 11 will always be a special day for us. I have been able to officially call this beauty my wife for 14 years!” as reported by Shownieuws.
The reason for the separation has not been disclosed. The news follows a period of public appearances and a seemingly stable family life for the couple, who have often been featured in Dutch media.
Here’s a look back at the wedding of Jan Smit and Liza Plat in 2011:
The separation marks a significant change for the Smit-Plat family, and the couple has requested space and privacy as they navigate this novel chapter. The focus now shifts to supporting their children and managing the transition with discretion.
As the news unfolds, the Dutch public and entertainment industry await further information, while respecting the family’s request for privacy. The coming weeks will likely see a period of adjustment as Jan Smit and Liza Plat begin to navigate life apart after fourteen years together.
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