Ryan Giggs Now: Family Rift, Divorce, Legal Battle

There are few footballers whose name carries as much weight as Ryan Giggs – and even fewer whose personal life has generated as many headlines. From his record-breaking 963 appearances for Manchester United to the family rift that made tabloid front pages, the story of Giggs is one of triumph and turmoil. This article separates the verified facts from the rumors, covering his current life, legal case, and where he stands with his family today.

Premier League titles: 13 ·
Appearances for Manchester United: 963 ·
International caps: 64 ·
Current age: 52 ·
Former role: Wales national team manager (2018–2022)

Ten key facts about Ryan Giggs, from his playing career to his current status.

What is happening with Ryan Giggs now?

What legal charges did Ryan Giggs face?

• Ryan Giggs was charged with controlling and coercive behaviour and assault in April 2021 (Wikipedia (open encyclopedia)).
• In August 2023 he was found not guilty of controlling behaviour and assault; a retrial was ordered for one assault charge but later dropped (Wikipedia (open encyclopedia)).

Why did Ryan Giggs step down as Wales manager?

He stood down in June 2022 amid the court case (GB News (UK news channel)). The Crown Prosecution Service withdrew charges in July 2023 shortly before a retrial was due (Wikipedia (open encyclopedia)).

The implication: After a mistrial in 2022 and a not-guilty verdict on the main charges, Giggs has largely stepped away from the public eye. He has not commented on the case since the trial ended (BBC Sport (UK public broadcaster)).

Did Ryan Giggs’ brother forgive him?

What caused the rift between Ryan and Rhodri Giggs?

Rhodri Giggs has publicly stated that his family does not speak to Ryan because of his actions (The Mirror (UK tabloid)). The brothers have been estranged for years, with Rhodri alleging that Ryan had an affair with his wife, Natasha (Manchester Evening News (local news)).

“He has destroyed our family and we don’t speak to him anymore.”

– Rhodri Giggs, as reported by The Mirror (UK tabloid)

What this means: The affair, which Giggs publicly apologised for in 2015 (Manchester Evening News (local news)), remains the central fracture. In October 2025, Rhodri Giggs was reported to be engaged to Victoria Phillips (The Sun (UK tabloid)), indicating that his personal life has moved forward, but the rift with his brother shows no sign of healing.

Is Ryan Giggs still married?

Who is Natasha Giggs?

Natasha Giggs (née Lever) was married to Ryan Giggs from 2007 until their divorce was finalized in 2017 (Vardags (family law firm)). The divorce was highly publicized, involving allegations of infidelity (Wikipedia (open encyclopedia)).

When did Ryan Giggs divorce his wife?

Stacey Giggs obtained a decree nisi in August 2017 (Vardags (family law firm)). The decree absolute followed at least six weeks and one day later. Giggs has not publicly remarried or been linked to a new partner since.

The pattern: Marital breakdowns driven by infidelity are common in high-profile football, but the Giggs case is unusual because the affair involved a family member, deepening the personal fallout.

Does Ryan Giggs still speak to his brother?

Public reports indicate that Ryan Giggs and his brother Rhodri have not spoken for years (The Mirror (UK tabloid)). Rhodri has stated that the family cut ties with Ryan after the affair with his wife became known (Wikipedia (open encyclopedia)).

What this means: The silence is a direct consequence of the affair. Giggs’s public apology in 2015 did not lead to reconciliation, and the brothers have not been seen together since.

Does Ryan Giggs’ family speak to him?

Does Rhodri Giggs speak to his mum?

Ryan Giggs’ mother, Lynne Giggs, has reportedly maintained contact with him, but the relationship with his brother and sister-in-law is severed (The Mirror (UK tabloid)). Rhodri Giggs has said that neither he nor his immediate family speak to Ryan.

The catch: The family rift is asymmetric – Lynne still sees Ryan, but Rhodri and his wife have drawn a hard line. This means Ryan Giggs remains connected to his mother but estranged from his brother and sister-in-law, creating a fractured family dynamic.

The pattern: For the Giggs family, the pain of the past lingers. Ryan Giggs has moved on professionally – he is director of football at Salford City (BBC Sport (UK public broadcaster)) and has hinted at a return to coaching (GB News (UK news channel)). But the family rift shows no signs of closing. For Rhodri Giggs, the decision is clear: he has rebuilt his life without his brother, and the silence continues.

The implication: Ryan Giggs now lives a quieter life than his playing days suggested, but the contrast between his football legacy and his fractured personal life defines his current chapter.