Former Geelong Cats superstar Jimmy Bartel has been spotted enjoying a blossoming new romance with his girlfriend Amelia, marking a significant step forward in his personal life following his highly publicised split from ex-wife Nadia Bartel.
A Fresh Start for the AFL Legend
The Brownlow Medal winner, 40, looked relaxed and happy as he stepped out with his new partner in Melbourne recently. The couple appeared completely at ease together, sharing laughs and displaying clear chemistry during their casual outing.
This relationship represents Bartel's first serious public romance since his marriage breakdown with fashion entrepreneur Nadia Bartel in 2021. The former couple, who share two young sons, had been one of Australian football's most high-profile partnerships.
Moving Forward with New Love
Sources close to the AFL Hall of Famer indicate he's been taking things slowly with Amelia, preferring to keep their relationship out of the spotlight until recently. The couple have reportedly been dating for several months, with Bartel introducing Amelia to his inner circle of friends.
The three-time premiership player has been focusing on his broadcasting career and fatherhood since the separation, making this new relationship development particularly noteworthy for fans who have followed his journey both on and off the field.
Life After High-Profile Split
Bartel's separation from Nadia made headlines across Australia, with the former couple finalising their divorce after nearly seven years of marriage. Since then, both have been navigating co-parenting their two children while building new chapters in their personal lives.
While Bartel maintains his prominent media presence through his AFL commentary work, he's been notably private about his dating life until now. The public appearance with Amelia signals a new level of comfort and commitment in their relationship.
Friends describe the couple as "well-matched" and "happy together," suggesting this new relationship could represent a fresh start for the football legend beyond his illustrious sporting career.
