Sun Jan 05 02:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Minnesota Timberwolves Star Rudy Gobert’s Girlfriend Receives Death Threats
**Minneapolis, MN** – Julia Bonilla, girlfriend of Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert, has revealed she and her seven-month-old son have been targeted with disturbing death threats via social media. Bonilla posted screenshots of the messages on Instagram, including one threatening to kill the couple after a game and others specifically targeting her infant son, Romeo. This prompted her to announce she is taking a break from social media to start the new year on a positive note.
This is not the first time Bonilla has been subjected to online abuse. Last November, she shared a screenshot of a comment wishing death upon players and coaching staff in a plane crash. While acknowledging the right to opinion, she criticized the normalization of such violent wishes, particularly given the players’ families.
While Gobert’s offensive capabilities have been a frequent topic of discussion and criticism amongst fans, his significant contributions on defense – he’s a four-time Defensive Player of the Year – are often overlooked. The incident highlights the disturbing undercurrent of online harassment faced by athletes and their families, regardless of on-court performance. The Timberwolves organization has yet to publicly comment on the matter. The incident underscores the need for stronger measures to combat online abuse and harassment in the sports world.
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