Jan Baum, Sieneke‘s ex-husband, is once again extremely angry with her. Earlier he already lashed out to his ex-wife in Private and this week he tells the weekly that he has filed summary proceedings for their children. Sieneke responds to this through her lawyer to Shownieuws (see video).
Sieneke’s ex-husband is completely done with her. He is furious that she keeps the children from him. “That is of course absurd, because we both have guardianship. There is also a legal arrangement that I can pick up the children, but Sieneke does not adhere to that,” he says in Private
“I have filed summary proceedings to order her to adhere to the rules of contact. I can now collect my children through a court order together with the police. I have not yet used that means, but I will do so soon if she does not keep to the agreements again,” he continues (see video below).
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Contested divorce between Sieneke and ex-husband Jan takes a violent turn
Sieneke’s response
Sieneke’s lawyer tells Shownieuws the following about it: “Sieneke has asked me to respond on her behalf to the accusations from her ex-husband Jan Baum that she would keep their children away from him. First of all, I note that it is not in the It is in the children’s best interest to discuss this private matter, involving two young children, in the media.”
She continues: “At the beginning of October 2024, Sieneke made the decision to suspend the care arrangement established by the court. The reason for this was that there were worrying signals that the children were not safe with Jan. The decision to suspend the care arrangement The decision was taken after a report was made to Veilig Thuis by the professional care providers involved. Jan has been informed of this again.
And finally: “Sieneke has asked Jan several times to talk to each other, possibly under the guidance of assistance. Jan has not responded to these invitations. Sieneke regrets that Jan, despite the judge twice in a legal ruling has indicated that it is not in the interests of the children to make statements about the divorce in the media, and has now contacted the media again.”
According to my ex, we broke up well, but that is anything but the case.
Jan Baum
Contested divorce
Jan previously complained about Sieneke, because she claimed that they parted as friends. Sieneke gave the reason for the divorce that they had grown apart. “According to my ex, we broke up well, but that is anything but the case. We are simply in the middle of a contested divorce. She does not want to cooperate in anything. That started with our children. Later with the house and now about the division of contents. Everything I arrive with, the default is: ‘No’,” he said earlier in the weekly magazine.
And also: “I’ve only really gotten to know her now. This girl really has two faces. Everything is on social media, which makes people think: ‘What a nice woman’. But now I’m telling my side once, so that people can get the real story read.” He had read her interview with astonishment: “I really thought: ‘What a snake you are’. Because she knows all too well how this situation works.”
So there are persistent rumors that Sieneke has cheated several times. “Before we broke up, I was already receiving signals from people that something was wrong. By cheating, I may not mean physically sleeping with someone, because I don’t know. But if you conceal from me that you are with another man If you go out to eat and do things without me knowing, I find that strange. Very strange even,” Jan said.
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Sieneke is said to be in a relationship with millionaire’s son Barry Maessen
Camera images
“If camera images also surface, for me one plus one equals two (…) You saw my ex leaving a location with someone else. Then I actually already know enough. That was a blow to my face. If I confront her about it and there is no good answer, what should I think? I think they are still in contact. I have heard this from more people, even before our divorce,” he also said Private.
Sieneke, who represented the Netherlands in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2010, announced in August last year that she and her partner Jan had separated after ten years of marriage. The two have two children together.
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Sieneke gives an update on how things are going after divorce
Sieneke and Jan’s Divorce Drama: A Comedy of Errors
Well, well, well! It seems the love story between Sieneke and her ex-husband Jan Baum has turned into a full-blown circus, complete with all the clowns and none of the laughter. You know it’s serious when we have court proceedings mixed with a sprinkle of good old-fashioned tabloid drama. Grab your popcorn because this is one messy affair!
Jan’s Fury: The Guardian of the Children?
Jan is not just angry, he’s positively **fuming**! He’s got the legal papers to prove it. It appears Jan believes Sieneke is playing hide and seek with the kids — not quite the ideal parenting strategy. He claims, “It’s absurd that she keeps the children from me.” And by the looks of it, he’s ready to escalate things! He’s filed summary proceedings to “order her to adhere to the rules of contact,” which, let’s be honest, sounds like a fancy way of saying: “I’m calling the police on you, love.” Hilarious, right? Not so much for the kids, though.
Sieneke’s Response: The Legal Defense League
In her defense, Sieneke’s lawyer steps in like a superhero, ready to save the day (or at least salvage her reputation). The lawyer claims, “It’s not in the children’s best interest to discuss this private matter in the media.” Yet here we are! It’s like a Kardashian-level drama, minus the glamour. Allegedly, Sieneke suspended the care arrangement due to “worrying signals” about the children’s safety with Jan. What could those signals be? Leftover pizza on a Monday? Or is it something more serious?
Contested Divorce: A Tale of Two Exes
Let’s get to the juicy bits. Sieneke insists they had a friendly split, while Jan is waving his arms around, yelling, “Not so fast! We are in the middle of a contested divorce!” It sounds like the script for a reality TV show! You thought the only drama in divorced couples was about who gets the cat? Think again! Jan throws shade, saying, “She has two faces,” which, if we’re being honest, is usually the trademark of a brilliant comedian—not a co-parent!
Cheating Rumors: A Spy Thriller?
The plot thickens, as whispers of infidelity leak into the story. Jan claims before they split, he received signals that something was amiss. Now, before we all become detectives, let’s clarify: “Cheating” may not mean physical relations. Maybe she borrowed his favorite sweater without asking, or worse, forgot to save him a piece of cake! Whatever it may be, Jan asserts he saw Sieneke leaving with another man on CCTV. Whether he’s just channeling his inner Sherlock Holmes or has a valid point is up for debate!
Can They Keep It Together for the Kids?
In all seriousness, while the back-and-forth is peppered with quirky comments and cheeky accusations, it’s sad to see two adults caught in a whirlwind of allegations and courtroom drama, especially with kids in the mix. Sieneke’s plea for privacy and focus on the children’s well-being might be drowned out in this media frenzy. Ultimately, can they leave the drama to Netflix and focus on parenting? Or will this saga continue to unfold like a bad rom-com?
The Final Act?
As much as we’d love to grab front-row seats to this spectacular display of marital mistakes, let’s hope for a resolution soon. After all, love may be a battlefield, but children shouldn’t have to deal with the fallout of a divorce that looks more like a wrestling match. Here’s hoping that behind the scenes, they can have a civilized chat about what really matters—the kids and their happiness.
Jan Baum, the former husband of singer Sieneke, is once again expressing intense anger towards her. Previously he had confronted his ex-wife in a private setting, and this week, he disclosed to a weekly publication that he has initiated summary legal proceedings concerning their children. Sieneke is addressing his claims through her lawyer in a conversation with Shownieuws (see video).
Jan Baum has reached his breaking point with Sieneke. He is outraged by what he perceives as her preventing him from spending time with their children. “It is absolutely outrageous, as we both have legal guardianship. There are established arrangements that allow me to take the children, but Sieneke is disregarding those,” he revealed in Private.
“I have filed for summary proceedings to compel her to follow the agreed-upon visitation rules. I am now in a position to retrieve my children with the help of law enforcement, should it come to that. While I have not yet resorted to this measure, I am prepared to take that step if she continues to violate our agreements,” he continued (see video below).
Sieneke’s lawyer spoke to Shownieuws about the ongoing situation: “Sieneke has asked that I respond on her behalf regarding the allegations from her ex-husband Jan Baum about her allegedly keeping their children from him. It is not in the best interest of the children to publicly discuss such personal matters involving two young ones.”
“In early October 2024, Sieneke made the difficult choice to suspend the existing court-approved care arrangements. This decision arose from serious concerns that the children might not be safe in Jan’s care. This move was made following a report to Veilig Thuis by involved child care professionals. Jan has been duly informed of this action,” the lawyer elaborated.
“Moreover, Sieneke has repeatedly invited Jan to engage in respectful conversation, possibly with professional help. Unfortunately, he has not responded positively to these invitations. Sieneke feels regretful that, despite two separate legal mandates from a judge stating it was not in the children’s best interests to discuss the divorce publicly, Jan has once again chosen to take his grievances to the media.”
Contested divorce
Jan had previously criticized Sieneke for her portrayal of their divorce as amicable. In stark contrast, he asserted that they are deeply embroiled in a contentious divorce. “According to my ex, we parted on good terms, but that could not be further from the truth. We are stuck in a battle. She is uncooperative regarding everything, starting with our children, extending to our shared home, and now the distribution of property. Every time I approach her with proposals, the response is invariably: ‘No’,” he expressed in a past interview with the weekly.
“I feel like I’ve only truly come to know her now. There is a stark duality to her behavior. What I see presented on social media paints her as a ‘wonderful woman,’ yet I am compelled to share my side so that the public can grasp the real situation,” he remarked, noting his disbelief upon reading her interview: “I honestly thought, ‘What a deceiver you are.’ She consciously understands the dynamics at play in this scenario.”
Persistent rumors have circulated suggesting Sieneke engaged in infidelity during their marriage. “Before our separation, I was already receiving information that something was amiss. By infidelity, I do not necessarily imply physical relationships with others, as I cannot confirm that. However, if you are concealing outings and activities with another man from me, that raises alarm bells. It is very disconcerting,” Jan reflected.
Camera images, should they emerge, would only intensify his suspicions. “If there are video clips, for me, it’s a clear sign. I have seen my ex leave places in the company of another man. That was a definitive shock. If I confront her and her responses are underwhelming, I am left questioning the situation further. I sense there still may be a connection between them. This was something I heard prior to our divorce, from multiple sources,” he expressed in Private.
Sieneke, who represented the Netherlands in the Eurovision Song Contest 2010, announced her separation from Jan last August after nearly a decade of marriage, during which they welcomed two children.
She refuses to engage in any meaningful dialogue, making the situation far from peaceful.” Jan’s frustration is palpable, as he feels trapped in a cycle of accusations and misunderstandings, yearning for resolution.
The couple’s public exchanges raise poignantly serious questions about their ability to cooperate for the sake of their children. With each media statement, it becomes increasingly evident that the wounds of their relationship run deep, leaving both parties on edge and unwilling to compromise.
As the saga unfolds, one can’t help but wonder what the ultimate impact will be on their children. They are caught in the crossfire of their parents’ tumultuous split, which seems more like a battlefield than a watershed moment for a healthier future. Sieneke’s lawyer emphasized that the well-being of the children should be prioritized over media sensationalism, echoing sentiments that many would agree with.
So, as we step back and observe this unfolding drama, we can only hope that cooler heads prevail. The sooner Jan and Sieneke can set aside their grievances and focus on co-parenting, the better it will be for their children. After all, splitting up may seem like the end of a chapter, but it’s essential to decide how the next chapter—focused on their children’s well-being—will play out.