Justine Dippl has announced her unexpected separation from Arben Zekic, sharing her feelings of disbelief and emotional turmoil with her Instagram followers. Despite recently moving into a new home together, she now faces life as a single mother to their two young children. Arben expressed confusion over the breakup, emphasizing he was unaware of any issues. Justine is determined to start anew, reclaiming her identity and focusing on her children during this difficult period.
Justine Dippl Announces Surprise Separation
Justine Dippl has officially returned to the single life. The popular reality TV star shared this news on February 18, 2025, through a series of heartfelt Instagram stories and a poignant post. Dippl, who was previously married to Joey Heindle, had been in a relationship with Arben Zekic since early 2022, and they tied the knot for a brief period. In 2023, the couple captured the attention of viewers by finishing as runners-up on the RTL show ‘Das Sommerhaus der Stars’.
Emotional Reflections on her Marriage
In her emotional messages to her 120,000 Instagram followers, Justine expressed her disbelief about the separation. “I never thought we would part ways. […] I always believed we could overcome any obstacles,” she shared, visibly upset. The end of her marriage came as a shock to her, and she acknowledged that “there’s no way around it.” While she refrained from divulging the reasons behind the split, she noted that just weeks prior, they had moved into a new home together with their two children. “On Friday, everything was still wonderful, and then suddenly something happened,” she explained. Justine mentioned that she is now navigating life as a single mother.
In response to the separation, Arben Zekic took to Instagram shortly after Justine’s announcement. He expressed his desire to clarify any rumors, stating that he was not accustomed to addressing the public in this manner. He seemed puzzled by Justine’s comments, repeatedly questioning what could have led to the breakup, asserting that he was unaware of any issues. He admitted to leaving for “protection” but did not elaborate further.
Despite appearing strong online, Justine revealed the emotional toll the separation took on her. “I cried my eyes out for days for my children, ensuring they didn’t see my distress,” she said. With her daughter, Jamilia Zaylee, now two years old, and her son, Jarno Zinédine, just eight months old, Justine is determined to focus on her children during this challenging time.
In a confident Instagram post, Justine emphasized her desire for a fresh start. “New beginning. I have let myself be played for too long and forgotten who I truly am. But that is now over. I am reclaiming my life, setting my boundaries, and only allowing in what is beneficial for me,” she declared.
Justine, who first gained fame as the partner of former DSDS contestant Joey Heindle, has made a significant mark in the reality TV scene. After her stint on ‘Sommerhaus der Stars,’ she humorously remarked on escaping the ‘Sommerhaus’ curse, as many couples tend to split following their participation in the show.