Family Rift? Usain Bolt Reportedly Estranged from Mother Over Marital Tensions
In a development that has stunned fans across the globe, unconfirmed sources suggest a widening rift within the family of Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt. Reports allege that Bolt’s mother, Jennifer Bolt, has distanced herself from her son over concerns about the character and influence of his long-time partner, Kasi Bennett…
According to insiders close to the Bolt family, Jennifer’s relationship with her son has grown tense in recent years, with family disagreements reportedly centering around issues of lifestyle, respect, and parenting. Allegedly, Jennifer has expressed dissatisfaction with what she perceives as “controlling” behavior from Kasi, who shares three children with Usain and has been his partner for nearly a decade.
“Jennifer has always been a strong presence in Usain’s life,” said a source close to the family, who asked to remain anonymous. “She helped raise him into the champion he became. But over the past year, she’s kept her distance. It’s heartbreaking to see.”
The alleged estrangement became more visible when Jennifer was notably absent from several public family appearances and celebrations. Most recently, she skipped a private party marking the second birthday of Bolt’s twin sons, Thunder and Saint Leo, fueling speculation of a deeper family divide.
Though neither Bolt nor Bennett has commented publicly on the rumors, speculation has grown on social media. Fans have pointed out a noticeable lack of recent photos or mentions of Jennifer in Bolt’s and Bennett’s social media feeds — a sharp contrast to previous years when Bolt often spoke about his deep bond with his mother.
“It’s sad if it’s true,” said a fan on X (formerly Twitter). “Jennifer always seemed like his biggest supporter, and now she’s missing from everything.”
Kasi Bennett, a businesswoman and influencer, has long been seen as a central figure in Bolt’s post-athletics life. However, some within Bolt’s inner circle reportedly feel that her presence has created tension between Usain and key family members.
“It’s not about jealousy or money,” the source added. “It’s about values. Jennifer feels that certain boundaries have been crossed, and she’s chosen to step back rather than be in conflict.”
Despite the buzz, others close to the family caution against jumping to conclusions. “All families have rough patches,” said one family acquaintance. “People grow, situations evolve, but love usually finds its way back.”
For now, fans are left hoping the Bolt family can reconcile privately. Usain Bolt, known worldwide for his speed and charisma, has always emphasized the importance of family in interviews and public life.
As of this report, neither Usain Bolt nor his representatives have issued an official statement addressing the matter.
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