Wim Hof has strongly responded to a recent Volkskrant article, alleging a targeted campaign of “hate speech” by the publication’s chief editor, Anneke Stoffelen. Speaking live from Australia on Shownieuws, Hof claims the article is 95% based on his ex-wife and older brother’s perspective, with only 5% representing his side of the story. The Dutch extreme athlete and wellness guru recently filed a defamation lawsuit after allegations of domestic violence against his former partner and children surfaced in a report by de Volkskrant.
Hof vehemently denies allegations of abuse, particularly those related to an incident involving his 18-year-old son. He describes the reported conviction as “not based on reality” but rather constructed by those seeking to “bring him down.” The Iceman explains that the situation was an “internal family conflict” that has been deliberately misrepresented.
“That is not true,” Hof stated firmly when directly asked about the alleged abuse conviction. He explained that while there was a “so-called conviction,” it was “based on their story” and “not based on reality.”
“My ex-wife has made all kinds of statements which make me unable to see my child anymore,” Hof said during the interview. “I love my child… I want to see her.”
According to Hof, the accusations stem from individuals attempting to gain financially from his success. He points out that his ex-wife’s allegations come after 14 years of silence, and his older brother’s statements are allegedly motivated by monetary demands. Hof maintains that these are “constructed stories” intended to damage his reputation.
Hof’s daughters have publicly supported him, with Laura defending her father on Instagram. He emphasizes that their independent perspectives were intentionally omitted from the Volkskrant article. In response to the allegations, Hof has announced his intention to pursue legal action, stating he is working with a research journalist to compile facts.
Throughout the interviews, Hof describes himself as a “controlled, disciplined sportsman” with 26 world championships. He categorically denies any physical aggression, claiming that any defensive responses have been purely verbal and in response to prolonged harassment.
“I’m working with another research journalist to put all the facts together,” he revealed, adding that he’s concluded the newspaper is deliberately attempting to damage his reputation.
The Volkskrant article has raised serious allegations against Hof, including claims that prevented him from seeing one of his children for 14 years. Hof continues to challenge these claims, asserting that the publication has provided a platform for “unconfirmed statements” and “false reports.”
Hof’s response indicates his determination to clear his name and challenge what he perceives as a deliberate attempt to tarnish his reputation.
A former capoeira instructor turned biohacking enthusiast, Gio spent his early years bouncing between São Paulo and Miami before settling in Austin. With a master’s in sports physiology and a penchant for experimenting with traditional Brazilian herbs, he’s become Rude Vulture’s go-to expert on movement optimization and plant-based performance enhancement. When not writing about the intersection of martial arts and ancestral living, he runs an underground fight gym where participants are required to follow strict circadian rhythm protocols.