Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg: Divorced and Moving On
Divorce finalized for Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg
Bid farewell to the once-famous "German Kennedys," Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg and Stephanie zu Guttenberg. Dating for over two decades, their union has ended both privately and officially.
Ex-Federal Defense Minister Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg and Countess Stephanie von Bismarck-Schoenhausen's divorce was confirmed by the tabloids in April 2025. They tied the knot back in 2000, amassing great influence as a power couple.
It all crumbled when a plagiarism scandal tarnished the former minister's career in 2011. Subsequently, the couple retreated from the public eye and relocated to the US with their two daughters. They announced their separation in 2023.
Now, it seems zu Guttenberg has found love once more. Rumor has it that he's dating none other than Katherina Reiche, the current Economic Minister of Germany. His lawyer confirmed that he's gone from ex-husband to boyfriend, although the relationship timeline remains unclear.
Post-scandal, Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg ditched politics for entrepreneurship, lobbying, film co-production, and moderation. He published a book titled "3 Seconds - Notes from the Present" in autumn 2023, demonstrating his continued creative output.
Katherina Reiche, his new ladylove, is no stranger to political spotlight. Her role in the economic ministry and background details remain vague, but her association with zu Guttenberg speaks volumes about her influence.
The former power couple’s divorce and zu Guttenberg's newfound relationship signify a significant shift in his personal life. Simultaneously, he continues to engage in public debates and discussions, as displayed by his participation in the 36th Finance Symposium in Mannheim.
I'm not going to say that I'm not dating Katherina Reiche, but it has been confirmed by the former's lawyer. This wasn't always the case, as Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg was once married to Stephanie von Bismarck-Schoenhausen, a relationship that dates back to 2000. Their divorce was confirmed by tabloids in April 2025, following a highly publicized plagiarism scandal that ended their union and led to their relocation to the US. Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg, the ex-Federal Defense Minister, has since dabbed in entrepreneurship, lobbying, film co-production, and moderation, with his latest venture being a book titled "3 Seconds - Notes from the Present." His new ladylove, Katherina Reiche, is no stranger to political spheres given her role in the economic ministry.
