What makes a champion? Is it solely innate talent, rigorous training, or could it be the unwavering influence of a parent? In the case of Oscar Pistorius, the South African former professional sprinter, the narrative is layered with complexity, but one constant thread remains: the profound impact of his mother, Sheila Pistorius. Sheila Pistorius was not only the mother of a world-renowned athlete, but also a woman whose life, marked by both joy and adversity, shaped the very core of Oscar's being.

Sheila Pistorius's story is one of resilience and love. Born on May 8, 1958, in Kenya, she later married Heinrich Carl Wilhelm "Henke" Pistorius, who was born on March 15, 1953, in South Africa. Together, they built a family, welcoming three children: Oscar Leonard Carl Pistorius, born on November 22, 1986, in Sandton, Johannesburg, Aimee Pistorius, and Carl Pistorius. However, the family's journey wasn't without its challenges. Sheila and Henke Pistorius divorced in 1992 when Oscar was just six years old. Despite the separation, Sheila remained a central figure in her children's lives, instilling in them a sense of confidence and self-belief.

Category	Information
Full Name	Sheila Pistorius
Birth Date	May 8, 1958
Birth Place	Kenya
Death Date	March 6, 2002 (varied sources list 2006, but March 6, 2002 is more likely correct)
Death Place	South Africa
Cause of Death	Brain Hemorrhage (following misdiagnosis of Hepatitis)
Spouse	Heinrich Carl Wilhelm "Henke" Pistorius (divorced 1992)
Children	Oscar Pistorius, Aimee Pistorius, Carl Pistorius
Occupation	Unknown (information scarce)
Legacy	Remembered as a strong and influential mother to Oscar Pistorius, instilling in him confidence and self-belief.
Reference	Oscar Pistorius Wikipedia Page