In 2024, Ricardo Kaka, the 42-year-old football legend, broke his nine years of silence and publicly responded to the truth behind his divorce from his ex-wife, Caroline. The strong and handsome "World Footballer of the Year" candidly expressed his sense of powerlessness during the breakdown of his marriage: "I did my best, but even after being single for a year, I couldn't win her back."
Speaking of the football world's Ricardo, known as "Kaka," he has captured the pursuit of fans worldwide. Born in Gama, Brazil in 1982, he was a wealthy young man who displayed smooth football skills on the green field since childhood.
Did you know that the nickname "Kaka" was first called by his mischievous and cute younger brother? When he was young, his brother found it difficult to pronounce his name clearly, so he simply called him "Kaka." Little did they know that this nickname would follow Kaka and become famous around the world.
At the age of 8, Kaka was spotted by a local club and recruited. By the age of 15, he was already able to lift the championship trophy with his team. He was truly a prodigy, full of youthful spirit.
However, fortune is fickle. In 2000, Kaka suffered an unfortunate accident while swimming, severely injuring his spine, almost leaving him unable to move his legs. At that time, many people were wishing for his recovery.
Amazingly, Kaka recovered completely after more than 50 days, without any visible problems.
In 2001, Kaka made his debut in professional football, impressing with his performance and helping his team win the championship. He also won the domestic and regional Best Newcomer Award, drawing widespread attention. After joining a top European club, he quickly became the core of the team, leading them to win the top continental event championship. He also received the Ballon d'Or and the title of International Best Athlete, reaching the pinnacle of his career.
Later, Kaka transferred to another European powerhouse at a high price, continuing his glorious career journey. He was adored by audiences and had a promising future. In 2007, he even won the Ballon d'Or and the title of "World Footballer of the Year," which is beyond the reach of ordinary players.
Later, Kaka became a member of Real Madrid. Although his four years at Real Madrid were not as glorious as his time at Milan, he still maintained a high level of performance, demonstrating outstanding strength and perseverance wherever he went.
Now, although Kaka is 42 years old and no longer plays football, the media still follows his every move. With his handsome appearance and extraordinary football skills, people are particularly interested in his love life.
Speaking of Kaka and his first love, Caroline's love story, it was like a tailor-made fairy tale. The then 15-year-old Caroline, with her sweet appearance and lively personality, successfully conquered Kaka's heart. Caroline's background was not simple either; her mother was the general agent for a major brand in Latin America, making her a true heiress.
Since both of them were devout Christians, they always maintained a clean lifestyle. After each date, Kaka would personally send Caroline home, sharing the same spirit, faith, and mutual admiration, just like model lovers.
Three years later, the two held a grand wedding in the church. They were a handsome couple, seemingly destined for each other. Fans watched with a smile. Their marriage remained very sweet.
After marriage, Kaka's career soared. As for Caroline, she was not idle either, making waves in the modeling industry, appearing in various fashion events and magazine covers. They had two children, walked side by side, and supported each other.
They attended concerts together, participated in fashion weeks, and went to AC Milan's banquets, creating a very attractive picture. When Caroline, with her pregnant belly, appeared on the cover of a magazine with Kaka, their display of affection made many single people want to find a partner right away.
In 2008, their first child was born, a super cute little angel. As he grew up, his beautiful eyes and the aura of a handsome young man came to the fore. In 2011, they welcomed another gentle little girl.
However, good times don't last long. As Kaka traveled to Europe to play football, the couple spent less and less time together, and their relationship gradually developed cracks. Coupled with Caroline's strong focus on her career, their centers of life drifted apart, and the marriage crisis quietly arrived.
At the end of 2014, news suddenly broke out about their relationship crisis, saying they were living apart! This shocked netizens, who exclaimed that love is all a lie!
There were rumors that Kaka was involved with many women outside, accompanying many beautiful Latin beauties with great figures! Once this news came out, netizens' views on love crumbled into ruins, speculating that Kaka had cheated and broken the hearts of female fans worldwide!
However, Caroline posted a kissing photo on Instagram, seemingly to dispel the rumors. But this could not save their marriage, and in 2015, Caroline still proposed divorce to Kaka.
After the divorce, Caroline talked about the reason for her divorce from Kaka: "Kaka was not unfaithful; our family was beautiful. He was too perfect and took good care of me, but I felt depressed and aimless."
After nine years of silence, the 42-year-old football legend Kaka finally accepted an interview and shared his inner feelings about breaking up with his ex-wife Caroline. At that time, the two were separated due to his playing in the United States, while Caroline longed to return to Brazil for a freer life.
Despite Kaka's efforts to save the marriage, facing his wife's firm determination, he ultimately failed. This candid dialogue revealed that even seemingly perfect love can hardly withstand the challenges brought by changes in life. Perhaps only those in the situation can experience the bittersweet moments.
After the divorce, Kaka remained single for a year, feeling lost every day, trying hard to understand this sudden change. He tried to recover from the abrupt end of his love and even recommended a book called "The Refiner's Fire": "Whoever has problems in their marriage should read this book; it's bound to help."
In the interview, Kaka said that he had learned not to force things, to go with the flow, and to believe that what belongs to him will stay. Although he tried his best to save the marriage, he could not change Caroline's mind. Once, Kaka and Caroline were hailed as the perfect couple in the football world, but the life apart eventually led to their breakup. It's a pity that this ten-year marriage ended up at an end.
After the divorce, Kaka chose silence, taking a year to heal and understand the failure of this marriage. Fortunately, he managed to come out of it and found new happiness.
In 2017, Kaka met Carolina, a model 13 years younger than him. They fell in love at first sight and quickly fell deeply in love. How coincidental it is that the current partner's name is so similar to the ex-wife's, whether it's fate's arrangement or a deliberate choice.
In 2019, Kaka and Carolina held another grand wedding. The 37-year-old Kaka wore a light gray suit, while the 24-year-old Carolina wore a white strapless wedding dress. The two stood together, looking like they had stepped out of a fairy tale.
After remarriage, Kaka added another precious daughter named Esther, making his family complete with both a son and a daughter, and life became blissful again. Kaka himself said, "I am now especially grateful for life and proud of my family."
In 2020, their little princess was born, and Kaka became the father of three children. The family of five lived harmoniously. Looking at his loving photos with Carolina and the children playing together, who would have thought this was once a dispirited "prince of football"?
Speaking of Kaka's relationship with his ex-wife Caroline, it is also quite harmonious. Although they divorced, they decided to live in peace for the sake of the children. Caroline even generously sent her blessings when Kaka remarried: "Kaka is a good man who deserves happiness."
Now, Kaka and Caroline's children get along very well, and the three little ones are inseparable. Kaka and his two wives occasionally take the children out together, creating a scene that is warm and enviable, like one big happy family.
Regarding the remarks about the reasons for the divorce from his ex-wife Caroline at the time, Kaka remained silent for nine years before finally speaking out: "I did try to save the marriage at that time, but the result was still unchanged. I understand her."
In addition to enjoying family life, Kaka hasn't forgotten football. After retiring, he participated in football management courses, planning to return to the green field as a team manager in the future. With his leadership and experience on the field, it is believed that Kaka can achieve further success in the path of football management.