Dutch TV Star Missing in Phuket, Family Offers Reward
The family of Dutch celebrity Emile Ratelband has launched a public appeal to find him in Phuket, offering a 2,500-euro reward for credible information. Ratelband, known for his failed legal bid to reduce his age by 20 years, has been out of direct contact with relatives for nearly two years, with only sporadic WhatsApp messages mentioning illness and money requests. His children have searched in Thailand without success, and the family remains uncertain whether Thai authorities have actually located him.
The family of Emile Ratelband, the Dutch motivational speaker who made international headlines by attempting to legally reduce his age by 20 years, is deeply concerned about his whereabouts and wellbeing in Thailand. They report having had no normal direct contact with him for nearly two years. His son Rolls and daughter Minou each traveled to Thailand searching for answers, but neither visit established his location. Occasional unusual WhatsApp messages have mentioned illness and requested money, but these have not provided the reassurance of direct conversation. Recent media reports suggest Thai authorities may have had contact with Ratelband, but the family says they have not been shown the reported video recording and remain deeply worried. Rolls and Minou want to know where their father is, whether he is safe, and whether he needs help. Anyone with recent, first-hand information about Emile Ratelband's whereabouts or wellbeing is asked to contact Minou Ratelband at [email protected] or +31-655-803745, providing dates and verifiable details.
