Oscar Pistorius, the former Paralympic champion, is reportedly looking to embrace a new chapter in his life with his girlfriend, Rita Greyling. Sources say the athlete, who was released on parole last year after serving half of his prison sentence for the 2013 killing of Reeva Steenkamp, is contemplating marriage and children with Greyling, who bears an uncanny resemblance to his late partner.
The 38-year-old Paralympian’s new relationship has attracted considerable media attention, partly due to Greyling’s striking similarity to Steenkamp. According to reports, Pistorius and Greyling have been close family friends for years, but their romantic relationship began after his parole release. Despite strict parole conditions, the couple is frequently spotted enjoying time together in public, including visits to a well-known restaurant near Pistorius’ Waterkloof residence in Pretoria. Pistorius currently lives with his uncle, Arnold Pistorius, a successful businessman.
A source told MailOnline that Pistorius is “besotted” with Greyling, describing the couple as deeply in love. “You can’t imagine a less likely place to see Oscar, but he and Rita hold hands and look at each other with real affection,” the source said. Pistorius is said to view settling down and starting a family as the natural next step in his life.
However, the relationship has sparked unease among some, particularly Reeva Steenkamp’s family. Last year, Simone Cowburn, Reeva’s sister, publicly commented on the similarities between Greyling and her late sister. She described the resemblance as eerie, noting that Greyling shares not only Reeva’s facial features and build but also the same eye color and hair. “I have goosebumps and shivers going down my spine,” Cowburn said, adding that the similarities are deeply unsettling.
Cowburn also pointed out a curious coincidence in their names. Both “Reeva” and “Rita” begin with the letter R and end with A, which she described as “spookily striking.” She questioned whether Pistorius’ choice of partner reflects an attempt to recreate the past, a notion she found deeply disturbing.
Despite the controversy, Pistorius appears determined to move forward with his personal life. Media reports suggest that both families, who have been acquainted for years and are involved in various business ventures, support the relationship. For Pistorius, the focus seems to be on building stability and companionship after years of intense public scrutiny and legal battles.
While the story continues to generate public interest due to its sensitive nature, it highlights Pistorius’ desire for a new beginning. With marriage and children reportedly on the horizon, the former athlete is attempting to reshape his life, even as memories of his past continue to provoke strong reactions from those affected.
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