Didier Drogba’s girlfriend left him a heartwarming message on his birthday.
Chelsea and African football legend Didier Drogba received a heartwarming birthday message from his beloved partner Gabrielle Lemaire.
Pulse Sports reports that Lemaire took to her Instagram page to share a loved up photo of the couple, expressing, "Happy Birthday to my everything @didierdrogba."
Their public display of affection underscores the strength of their relationship, which blossomed after Drogba's divorce in 2021.
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Drogba announced his split from his now ex-wife Lalla Diakite in January 2021 after ten years of marriage.
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Gabrielle Lemaire, an accomplished entrepreneur and CEO of Barons Agence Consil En Communication, rumoured to be 33-years-old has been by Drogba's side since they went public in 2022.
Lemaire is the daughter of a former diplomat, ex-president of the Belgian Chamber of Commerce in Ivory Coast.
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In March 2023, Didier Drogba and Gabrielle Lemaire reportedly welcomed their first child together.
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Didier Drogba: A Football Icon's Enduring Legacy
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As Didier Drogba celebrates his 46th birthday, fans have reflected on the illustrious career of one of Africa's greatest footballers.
Drogba's journey from Marseille to Chelsea was truly spectacular.
With 164 goals for Chelsea and numerous accolades, including Premier League titles and a UEFA Champions League triumph, Drogba's impact on English football is truly iconic, sealing his status as one of the greatest African player the league has ever seen.
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After Chelsea, Drogba also had stints in Turkey and China.
On the international stage, Drogba represented Ivory Coast, earning 105 caps and scoring 65 goals.
He was also inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame in 2022.
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