Cathy Hummels campaigns against bullying, hatred and, most recently, gender neutrality online. She is no exception in the upbringing of her son Ludwig.
Dortmund – Cathy Hummels * (33) as a fighter against classic gender roles? Not necessarily a quality that one would ascribe to the presenter of “Kampf der Realitystars” (Battle of Reality Stars). But Cathy Hummels has been campaigning for gender neutrality on social media for a long time – and now apparently also includes son Ludwig. RUHR24 * gives details.
Celebrity | Cathy Hummels |
job | Influencer and presenter |
Born | January 31, 1988 (age 33), in Dachau |
Cathy Hummels is now changing on her channel – and lets son Ludwig play with dolls
The news hit Cathy Hummel’s Instagram profile like a bombshell at the beginning of August: “It has to do with respect that everyone is allowed to live out their personality. A first step in the right direction is the language “, the influencer announced to her fans and at the same time announced that she would be using gender-neutral language on her Instagram profile from now on.
“So that no one feels discriminated against, at least on my channel in the future, I will now consciously gender here to set an example,” said Cathy Hummels, explaining her decision, which caused divided opinions among her followers.
Now the Modertorin goes one step further: A few days ago, the wife of BVB professional Mats Hummels (32) shared a photo from the Croatia vacation. * On it: son Ludwig, who holds a Barbie in his hand. Unusual for a little boy, some would like to think now? But not Cathy Hummels. She explains to her followers: “Today I play with my favorites, namely with Barbies and dolls. My upbringing knows no gender clichés! “
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Cathy Hummels on Instagram: son Ludwig “should do what makes him happy”
Cathy Hummels further explains that it is important to her that “Ludwig can grow up the way he feels! He should do what makes him happy (…). I don’t want to force my child into any parenting scheme! ”The little Hummels son, for example, not only loves playing with Barbies, but also“ combing their long hair. ”Just as he likes to wear pink shirts and be“ bright pink trampoline “adore.

Cathy Hummels is celebrated by her fans for her attitude to gender-neutral upbringing. For many, the moderator is a role model:
- “That’s exactly how it is”
- “Great attitude.”
- “I see it that way too, but unfortunately there are many people who see it differently. I like people when they are who they are. “
- “Just like my daughter plays with cars, screwdrivers and tractors. So what should really no longer be discussed these days. “
- “I see it the same way, the main thing is healthy and happy.”
Cathy Hummels fights against bullying and hatred on Instagram
But not only gender neutrality is important to the influencer: Since last year, Cathy Hummels has been campaigning against bullying and hatred on the Internet * and has also drawn attention to the subject of “depression” with her book “Mein detour zum Glück”. One thing is clear: Cathy Hummels is as far removed from the cliché of the classic player woman as Schalke 04 is from the German championship these days. * RUHR24 is part of the IPPEN.MEDIA editorial network