Wim Hof, known globally as the “Iceman” for his extreme cold-exposure and breathwork methods, has publicly denied recent allegations of domestic violence reported by a Dutch newspaper. The wellness influencer and extreme athlete, famous for promoting resilience through cold therapy and breathing exercises, claims the accusations are completely unfounded and has announced plans to take legal action against the publication for defamation.
The allegations, published in a high-profile Dutch newspaper, detail claims from an anonymous source who alleged abusive behavior within Hof’s personal life. Hof, however, asserts that the story is baseless and that the paper published the claims without proper investigation. In a statement, he expressed disappointment with the media outlet’s decision to publish what he describes as “false and harmful accusations” that he believes are intended to damage his reputation and discredit his work in the wellness community.
Hof’s legal team has indicated they will pursue defamation charges, asserting that the article has caused substantial harm to Hof’s personal and professional life. The team stated, “We will not stand for unverified and misleading reports that impact Wim Hof’s credibility and his life’s work.” They added that the accusations have caused distress to Hof’s family and loved ones, who have also been affected by the claims.
c to unfold in Dutch courts, with Hof seeking both an apology and retraction from the newspaper. As he defends his reputation, Hof’s supporters remain hopeful that his influence in the wellness community will withstand this controversy.
