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Nation of birth: Austria
Name Marlene Knaus
birth name Marlene Knaus
Nationality Austrian
Place of birth / city Austria
ethnicity White
Profession Model
Net worth N/A
eye color Brown
Hair color Brown
Famous for Niki Lauda’s ex-wife
subject with Niki Lauda
Boyfriend Niki Lauda
Married Yes
Married to Niki Lauda (d. 1976-1991)
Kids two
Divorce Yes

Marlene Knaus is a famous personality known for being the ex-wife of the late Austrian Formula 1 driver Niki Lauda . She was once billed as Marlene Lauda while in a marital relationship with former F1 champion Lauda, ​​who won F1 World Champion in 1975, 1977 and 1984. In the past, Knaus has also worked as a model and sometimes , however, after his divorce from Nikki Lauda, ​​he lives under a radar.

Who is Marlene Knaus?

Marlene Knaus was born in the United States and later received Austrian citizenship. As for her ethnicity, she belongs to the Venezuelan. She remained in the spotlight as ‘it girl’ during her ex-husband Nikki Lauda’s reign in the Formula 1 world, however she did not choose to reveal her personal details in the media.

Race

Marlene Knaus started her career as a model before becoming famous as the wife of Nikki Lauda. Before marrying Niki, she was a lesser-known model, but she rose to fame quickly after her marriage and her husband’s subsequent divorce.

She was considered a famous fashion icon in those days. Furthermore, her relationship with a famous athlete helped increase her popularity in a wider range.

Marlene Knaus Net Worth and Achievements

Marlene Knaus has made millions from her divorce with Niki. Niki has a net worth of a whopping $43 million. This massive amount of net worth has accumulated over the years, as he was a three-time F1 champion in the years of 1975, 1977 and 1984.

Knaus has a perfectly manicured body and is still as beautiful as ever. She will surely continue to be in the spotlight for being the ex-wife of a legendary runner.

Marlene Knaus’ relationship with Nikki Lauda

Despite being the wife of a renowned F1 driver, Nikki Lauda, ​​Marlene Knaus kept her personal life behind the curtain except for her relationship with Lauda. Nikki and Marlene began dating shortly after their first meeting in the early ’70s.

The couple dated a few years earlier. get married in 1976. The couple was considered to be one of the hottest celebrity couples of that era and was frequently in the news due to their love story.

Marlene Knaus remains in touch with her husband even after their divorce. The couple has reported on several occasions that they have kept in touch even after the marriage. While giving an interview, she shared that,

My old family and the new family often get together. We went to a restaurant the other day, Marlene, Birgit and me. She is an outstanding woman. When everyone is happy, she is happy. We got divorced, but we’re still friends. Nothing has changed. Besides, Birgit is also her friend.

Marlene Knaus has not married since, while her ex-husband has remarried and added more children to the family. In addition, Nikki also has a son from her extramarital affair with her anonymous girlfriend.

Knaus has been living under a radar since their split and not much is known about his current whereabouts.

Reason for your divorce

Marlene and Niki divorce due to Niki’s extramarital affair with a mysterious lady who welcomed her son, Christoph. Later, her ex-husband Niki married a woman 30 years his junior named Birgit Metzinger and they welcomed twins: Max and Mia. The couple was together until the death of her husband Niki at age 70.

Cause Of Death

Niki Lauda died on May 20, 2019 at the age of 70 at the University Hospital in Zürich. He had multiple operations before his passing. Sources suggest that his then-to-be wife Birgit even donated a kidney to Lauda. On August 2, 2018, Birgit also underwent a lung transplant operation in her native Australia.

Age, body measurements and other facts

  • Age: As of 2020, he is 63 years old.
  • Birth sign: N/A
  • Height: He has a height of 1.72 m (5 feet 8 inches).
  • Weight: His body weight is around 55 kg (121 pounds).
  • Body Measurements: She has a slim built body with measurements of 34-26-35 inches.
  • She is a big fan of the actor, Johnny Depp.
  • She loves to shop and travel.
  • Shoe Size: 7 (US)
  • He currently resides in Ibiza, Austria.
  • He was a fashion icon in his day.
  • Her husband won the World Drivers’ Championship three times in 1975, 1977 and 1984.
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