She receives massive support from celebrities - Collien Fernandes exposes ex-partner in shocking digital abuse case
Actress Collien Fernandes has publicly accused her ex-partner, Christian Ulmen, of years of digital abuse, identity theft, and sharing intimate content without consent. The allegations, made in a detailed Instagram statement, have sparked widespread support from German celebrities and reignited calls for stronger legal protections against online violence.
Fernandes first filed a criminal complaint in November 2024, with preliminary investigations now underway in Palma de Mallorca. The case has drawn national attention, particularly after a press release from the *Deutscher Juristinnenbund* in November 2025 declared that *'digital violence is real violence'* and urged legal reforms to close existing gaps in cyberstalking and harassment laws.
Fernandes revealed she had been a victim of identity theft for nearly a decade, with fake social media profiles created in her name and pornographic material distributed online. Initially, she believed online trolls were responsible. However, in March 2025, she publicly named her ex-husband, Christian Ulmen, as the suspected perpetrator behind the sustained harassment.
Her statement triggered an outpouring of solidarity. Politician Ricarda Lang wrote, *'I don't even have words for how awful this is. Thank you for your bravery. This is systemic.'* Comedian Carolin Kebekus added, *'This is unbelievable. The shame must change sides.'* Dancer Motsi Mabuse simply responded, *'I have no words. I am so sorry.'* Meanwhile, politician Kevin Kühnert praised Fernandes' courage, calling her decision to speak out *'a major step'* in exposing the full scale of the abuse. Ulmen has not responded to media inquiries, and the court in Palma continues its preliminary investigations. The case has intensified public debate in Germany, with legal experts and activists pushing for stricter laws to combat digital violence, particularly against women.
Fernandes' allegations have brought renewed focus to the legal gaps surrounding cyberstalking, fake pornography, and online harassment. The Deutscher Juristinnenbund has called for urgent reforms to ensure better protection for victims.
As the investigation proceeds, the case remains a focal point in discussions about digital violence and the need for stronger legal measures to address such crimes.
