Jessica Springsteen shows off her physique while relaxing with her partner, Nicola Philippaerts, in a black-and-white beach photo. | Source: Instagram/jessicaspringsteen
Ludo competed in four Olympics before ending his riding career in 2015. His sons have carried the family’s name into another generation of the sport. In fact, CNN included the Philippaerts family among five leading equestrian dynasties in the world in 2018.
All four of Ludo’s sons pursued riding despite also having opportunities to participate in sports including soccer, swimming, and tennis. Nicola and Olivier, the oldest twins, became particularly prominent.
Their profile extended beyond the competition arena. The twins, once nicknamed the “Justin Biebers of show jumping,” signed a long-term agreement with H&M in 2015 and appeared as models in some of the company’s campaigns. Nicola has continued competing at the sport’s highest level.
He won the 2024 LGCT Grand Prix of Mexico City aboard H&M Luna van ‘t Ruytershof Z. The following year, he finished second in the LGCT Grand Prix of Valkenswaard with Katanga v/h Dingeshof. He has also recorded major results in Cascais and Chantilly.
Jessica and Nicola now have something entirely different ahead of them. And when they announced it publicly, a member of Jessica’s own family quickly appeared in the comments.
A Family Member Reacts to Jessica’s Pregnancy
Alex Springsteen, the wife of Jessica’s younger brother Sam, responded directly beneath the pregnancy announcement. Her message made the family’s reaction unmistakable.
“Congratulations!!❤️ We are so excited for you guys🥳❤️,” Alex wrote. Alex and Sam already have a daughter, Lily Harper, meaning Jessica’s baby will not be Bruce and Patti’s first grandchild.
