Yolanthe’s Son Xess Xava Debuts Viral Haircut, Instagram Account Shines

Youngster’s Transformation Garners Millions of Views

The journey of **Yolanthe**’s son, **Xess Xava**, has captivated social media, from his unique name origin to a recent viral video showcasing a significant haircut. The seven-year-old, who is the son of footballer **Wesley** and **Yolanthe**, has garnered a substantial online following.

A Unique Name and Family Ties

Born on October 15, 2015, in Istanbul, **Xess Xava**’s name is a thoughtful blend of family monikers. It combines elements from **Yolanthe**’s sister **Xelly** and father **Wesley**, with the final ‘s’ honoring **Sylvia**, **Wesley**’s grandmother. His middle name, **Xava**, is a variation of **Yolanthe**’s father’s name, **Xavier**.

Brotherly Bond and Football Aspirations

**Xess Xava** shares a close bond with his older half-brother, **Jessey**, son of **Wesley** and **Ramona Streekstra**. Despite **Wesley**’s divorce, **Yolanthe** considers herself a bonus mother to **Jessey**. Both brothers show a talent for football, with **Jessey** recently turning professional at FC Utrecht, following in his father’s footsteps. **Xess Xava**’s skills are frequently showcased on social media and in **Yolanthe**’s reality series.

Navigating Fame and Personal Change

For a significant period, **Xess Xava** was recognized for his long hair, a style he cherished. Despite online suggestions that **Yolanthe** might have preferred a daughter, **Xess Xava** embraced his hairstyle. However, in July, he opted for a change, cutting his hair and sharing the moment in a widely viewed Instagram video.

So proud of my sweet boy! He decided it was time for a change, and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out! ❤️ @XessXava pic.twitter.com/q8lW5z6p0Z

— Yolanthe (@Yolanthe) July 17, 2023

**Yolanthe** described the haircut as a “small shock,” while **Wesley** enthusiastically praised the new look, calling it “super fat.” The proud father noted, “He suddenly has a very wise head,” in comments to RTL Boulevard.

Social Media Success and Platform Scrutiny

At the time of reporting, **Xess Xava**’s Instagram account boasted 119,000 followers, who engage with posts ranging from vacation highlights to football drills. The haircut video, in particular, went viral, attracting nearly 4 million views. The surge in activity led Instagram to initially flag the account for suspicious activity. **Yolanthe** clarified that she manages the account, assuring the platform of its legitimacy. The account is now operational again.

The impact of social media on children is a growing concern; a 2023 study by the Pew Research Center found that 58% of teens have experienced negative online interactions, underscoring the need for careful platform management.

Personal Life and Public Scrutiny

The couple’s marriage faced public scrutiny in 2018, leading to their separation in early 2019. Following **Wesley**’s public admission of mistakes on Instagram, **Yolanthe** relocated to Los Angeles with **Xess Xava** to shield them from intense media attention and to focus on healing.