“I had no romantic affair with my nephew” – Singer Ricky Martin
Ricky Martin is denying allegations that he engaged in a gay incestuous relationship after his nephew accused him of domestic violence. His attorney, Marty Singer tells EW that the claims are “untrue” and “disgusting” and will be dismissed as soon as it lands in front of a judge.
“Unfortunately, the person who made this claim is struggling with deep mental health challenges. Ricky Martin has, of course, never been — and would never be — involved in any kind of sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew,” reads Singer’s statement. “The idea is not only untrue, it is disgusting. We all hope that this man gets the help he so urgently needs. But, most of all, we look forward to this awful case being dismissed as soon as a judge gets to look at the facts.”
Earlier this week, a Spanish media outlet Marca reported that, per the singer’s brother, the petitioner is Martin’s nephew.
The story first emerged after it was reported by the Associated Press that police attempted to issue Martin with a restraining order in the Puerto Rico neighborhood where he lives.
“Up until now, police haven’t been able to find him,” police spokesman Axel Valencia told the outlet.
Puerto Rican newspaper El Vocero reported that Martin and the accuser dated for seven months. According to court documents obtained by the publication, Martin began the alleged harassment after refusing to accept the pair’s separation. “The petitioner fears for his safety,” reads the document, as reported by El Vocero.
