marga bult breekt stilte over bijzondere rol zoon als spermadonor
Amsterdam, zaterdag, 30 mei 2026.
zangeres marga bult (69) reageert op jarenlange kritiek over de geboorte van haar kleinkinderen. haar zoon joey gaf sperma om zijn zus jill en diens partner maaike ouders te laten worden. via ivf werd het zaad gebruikt met een eicel van maaike, waarna jill zwanger raakte. de constructie zorgde voor ophef, met sensatiekoppen over incest. bult benadrukt dat alles gebeurde met duidelijke afspraken. joey is biologisch vader van beide kinderen, maar is voor hen oom joey. het gezin koos bewust voor deze weg omdat ze alles van de donor weten. het jongste kind heet vigo maxim, naast dochter jane. bult noemt oma worden het mooiste wat haar overkwam.
public scrutiny after unconventional path to parenthood
The birth of Marga Bult’s first grandchild in 2022 sparked public debate due to the involvement of her son Joey as a sperm donor for his sister Jill [1]. The couple, Jill and her partner Maaike, sought motherhood through IVF using Joey’s sperm and Maaike’s egg, implanted in Jill who carried the pregnancy [1]. Sensational headlines questioned the ethics, with phrases like ‘pregnant from brother’ causing misunderstanding [1]. Bult clarified that the process followed medical protocols and involved informed consent from all parties [1].
clear agreements prevent confusion
Prior to conception, the family established clear boundaries regarding roles [3]. Joey donated sperm without future parental obligations, ensuring the child would belong solely to Jill and Maaike [3]. However, he remained actively present in the children’s lives as their uncle [3]. This arrangement addressed concerns about anonymity common in traditional donations, providing full biological transparency [3]. Both grandchildren know Joey as both biological contributor and affectionate uncle [1]. The second child, Vigo Maxim, was conceived under identical conditions three years later [1].
defending personal choices against stigma
Misleading media portrayals prompted defensive responses from the family [1]. Joey felt unfairly judged and posted clarifications on his Instagram account [1]. Marga Bult personally responded to inquiries via interviews and social media to explain the situation [1]. Despite initial backlash, supportive messages emerged from other LGBTQ+ families inspired by their solution [1]. Some couples reported adopting similar approaches using relatives as donors, highlighting growing acceptance of non-traditional paths to parenthood [1]. Public figures generally avoided commenting directly on the case.
family bonds strengthen over time
Now aged four, granddaughter Jane understands Joey’s dual role as donor and uncle [1]. Observers note a strong emotional connection between them during visits [1]. Her younger brother Vigo Maxim grows up in the same environment of openness [1]. For Marga Bult, turning 70 this year makes witnessing her daughter’s motherhood especially meaningful [1]. She described becoming a grandmother as “the most beautiful thing” she has experienced [1]. The family continues to prioritize honesty and emotional security in raising both children [3].