Stuart Hogg, the former captain of Scotland’s national rugby team and a celebrated player, recently faced a serious legal situation. On Monday, the 32-year-old appeared in court in Selkirk to address charges of domestic violence against his wife, Gillian Hogg. Although the hearing was initially expected to last three days, it ended quickly when Hogg admitted his guilt.
The allegations against Hogg span from 2019 to 2023, during which he was accused of displaying aggressive behavior, especially after consuming alcohol. Reports indicate that he would frequently question his wife’s whereabouts when she went out with friends, sometimes sending her numerous messages in a short period. During one particular argument, Hogg reportedly sent over 200 hostile messages to her. His behavior escalated to the point of following her, shouting, and sending distressing messages that eventually caused Gillian to suffer panic attacks. After one of these incidents, she sought help from domestic violence support organizations.
Hogg’s case was initially scheduled to be heard in September, but just a day before the hearing, he was arrested for violating his bail conditions. Now, with his admission of guilt, the court proceedings have shifted toward sentencing, which is expected to take place in December at the Jedburgh court.
Stuart Hogg has had a remarkable career in rugby. He debuted for Scotland in 2012, playing over 100 matches before retiring from international rugby last year. He currently plays for the French club Montpellier. Despite his achievements on the field, this case has cast a shadow over his legacy.
