Aimee Pistorius, sister of former athlete Oscar Pistorius, has reportedly tied the knot with her British partner over the weekend.
While the wedding marked a joyful occasion for the family, Oscar, who is currently on parole following his conviction for the 2013 murder of Reeva Steenkamp, was unable to attend due to strict travel restrictions tied to his parole conditions.
Oscar Pistorius on Parole
Oscar, now 38, was released on parole last year after serving half of his sentence for the shooting of his girlfriend.
Since then, he has reportedly been ready to settle down with his own partner, business consultant Rita Greyling, although his ability to travel remains limited by the terms of his release.
Family Gathers for Celebration
The wedding reportedly took place abroad, with Aimee’s paternal uncle Arnold and his wife Louis among the guests.
Oscar likely remained at the family home in Waterkloof, Pretoria, unable to join in person due to his parole restrictions.
Her eldest brother, Carl Pistorius, appeared to be involved in the celebrations from afar, sharing glimpses of a map of the Heathrow Express Train on Instagram, hinting at his attendance.
In the weeks leading up to the wedding, Carl had also shared photos from Aimee’s bridal shower, giving fans a sneak peek at the festivities.
Plans for a South African Celebration
Although the couple has already married abroad, reports suggest that Aimee and her husband plan to host another wedding celebration in South Africa later this year, allowing family and friends closer to home to join the festivities.
Aimee’s Life Abroad
Aimee moved to the UK in 2016, seeking a quieter life away from the intense scrutiny and stress surrounding her brother’s trial.
She has since built a career as a business consultant for Investec, keeping a low profile and largely avoiding social media.
According to psychologist Dr. Jonathan Scholtz, Aimee’s move was motivated by a desire to escape public pressure and criticism following the high-profile trial.
In recent years, she has publicly expressed frustration with the media and public commentary regarding Oscar, seeking to maintain privacy and distance from the ongoing attention.