Ronaldo Explains the Simple Reason His Mother Still Lives With Him

Ronaldo Explains the Simple Reason His Mother Still Lives With Him.

It’s a question many people ask about ultra-famous and wealthy stars: Why do their parents still live with them? For Cristiano Ronaldo, the answer is simple, heartfelt, and speaks directly to the heart of his story.

The question was once put to him directly. “Why is your mother still living with you? Why don’t you buy her a house of her own?” someone wanted to know.

The football legend’s response wasn’t one of annoyance, but of deep affection. He explained that his decision comes from a place of gratitude for a childhood defined by his mother’s sacrifice.

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“My mother gave up everything for me,” Ronaldo shared. “She went hungry so that I could eat. We had nothing — no money, no comfort — but she worked endlessly, cleaning houses seven days a week, even at night, just to afford my first pair of football boots.”

He sees his entire career, built on those first humble boots, as a direct result of her effort. “Every bit of success I’ve achieved belongs to her. Everything I have is because of her sacrifices,” he said.

For Ronaldo, repaying that debt isn’t about setting his mother up in a separate mansion. It’s about keeping her close. “She will always stay with me — for as long as she lives. She deserves the best of everything I can give,” he stated.

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He summed up his feelings with a powerful sentiment: “She’s not just my mother. She’s my home, my strength, and the greatest blessing of my life.”

Now 40 years old, Ronaldo remains one of the most formidable players in the sport. By the end of 2025, he held the record for the most senior career goals ever scored, with an astonishing 957 goals for his clubs and Portugal. His drive isn’t over, either. He has said he plans to keep playing until he reaches the landmark of 1,000 career goals, needing just over 40 more to get there.

But beyond the records and the fame, this story reminds fans of the person behind the athlete. For Cristiano Ronaldo, true success means sharing it with the woman who made it all possible, ensuring she has a front-row seat to the life her hard work built.