Shortly after the birth of their son Matteo Nash, esteemed head coach and former player Steve Nash announced his divorce from ex-wife Alejandra Amarilla.
Hailing from Canada, Nash is renowned for his extraordinary NBA playing career and successful coaching career after his retirement.
Over the years, the veteran played for several prominent NBA teams including Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks.
Starting his playing journey in 1996, Steve Nash brought over two decades of experience before his concluding his career in 2015.
Beyond his playing tenure, he most recently served as the head coach of the Brooklyn Nets of the NBA.
In addition to his professional achievements, Nash garnered notable public attention for his vibrant personal life.
Steve Nash has recently come under the limelight as details of his alimony and child support dispute have been disclosed after several years.
Son of Steve Nash Allegedly Born Amid Speculation of Infidelity
Steve Nash married Alejandra Amarilla in June 2005. The couple has twin daughters, Lola and Bella, and a son, Matteo.
After five years of dating, the couple announced their separation in 2010, surprising man with the unexpected news.
Steve Nash declared, saying,
I am very thankful and excited that we have a new son, Matteo Nash. Alejandra and the baby are doing fine. But this is a bittersweet moment for my wife and I; after five years, we are now in the process of dissolving our marriage,” he stated, as reported by the National Post.
Following the revelation, widespread speculations emerged online claiming Nash divorced his wife due to her alleged infidelity with teammate Jason Richardson.
However, neither party has commented on or clarified the situation, leaving fans to speculate in uncertainty.
Additionally, reports are suggesting Matteo Nash was born black, but there is no substantial evidence to support this claim.
Furthermore, Matteo Nash currently attends school is Brooklyn and lives there with his family.
Details of the Legal Battle Between Steve Nash and Alejandra Amarilla Unfold
The legal dispute between the former couple attracted significant attention due to Nash’s appeal over child support payments.
According to Arizona law, neither of the parents is liable to pay for child support when both parents have comparable income.
As a result, Nash stated that Amarilla, a filmmaker by profession had capability to provide for their child and had already received sufficient divorce alimony.
Moreover, the coach also revealed that he funded over 90% of their medical, school, and nanny expenses along with 82% of other related costs.
In addition, Amarilla opted to move to Los Angeles due to the differing child support laws in California and Arizona.
Steve Nash expressed his opposition to this, as it would further elevate his financial obligations.
Additional Information
- In September 2016, Steve Nash married Lilla Frederick, a former Pepperdine University and junior women’s U.S. team volleyball player, with whom he has a son and a daughter.
- Nash’s younger brother, Martin, played soccer for the Vancouver Whitecaps and made 30 appearances for the Canadian national soccer team.
- He played 18 seasons in the NBA, where he was an eight-time All-Star and a seven-time All-NBA selection. Nash was a two-time NBA Most Valuable Player while playing for the Phoenix Suns.
