Ricky Martin, the famous singer known for his hit song “Livin’ La Vida Loca,” and his husband, the Syrian-born painter Jwan Yosef, have announced their decision to end their marriage. The couple shared a joint statement on Martin’s Instagram account, expressing their intention to transform their relationship.
After careful consideration, Martin, 51, and Yosef, 38, have chosen to separate with love, respect, and dignity for the sake of their children. They want to preserve and honor the wonderful years they have spent together as a couple.
The couple first connected on Instagram in 2015 and started dating in the same year. Martin, an art enthusiast, discovered Yosef’s work and felt a connection with the talented artist. Their engagement was announced by Martin in 2016 during an interview with Ellen DeGeneres, where he fondly recalled the nerve-wracking proposal.
Expressing their commitment to a healthy family dynamic, Martin and Yosef aim to co-parent their two children, Lucia (born in 2018) and Renn (born in 2019). Martin is also the father of 14-year-old twins, Matteo and Valentino, whom he welcomed via surrogate in August 2008.
In their statement, Martin and Yosef extend their gratitude to everyone who has supported them throughout their marriage. They emphasize their unity in nurturing this new chapter of their lives and express their intention to remain friends.
The announcement of Martin’s divorce from Yosef comes shortly after the revelation of his Trilogy Tour with fellow Latin popstars Pitbull and Enrique Iglesias. The Grammy and Latin Grammy Award-winning solo artists have planned a tour across 19 cities in North America, starting in the fall.
The highly anticipated tour commences on October 14 in Washington, D.C., and includes a performance at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena on November 30. Martin, who previously toured with Iglesias in 2021, promises an epic and unforgettable experience, describing the tour as a wild party from beginning to end.
The fans can expect an exhilarating show filled with energy and entertainment as these talented musicians come together for an unforgettable musical journey.
The famous singer of “Livin’ La Vida Loca” and the talented painter from Syria made a joint announcement about their divorce on Thursday. The statement, shared on Martin’s Instagram account, was presented in both Spanish and English. In their heartfelt message, they expressed their consideration and decision to transform their relationship.
“After much thought, we have chosen to end our marriage with love, respect, and dignity for the sake of our children,” Martin, aged 51, and Yosef, aged 38, stated. “We hold dear the incredible experiences we shared as a couple throughout these wonderful years.”
Their paths crossed for the first time on Instagram in 2015, and they began dating shortly after. People magazine, which first reported the news of their divorce, revealed that Martin, an avid art collector, was captivated by Yosef’s artwork and felt an instant connection.
In 2016, Martin made the exciting announcement of his engagement to Yosef during an interview with Ellen DeGeneres. Reflecting on the moment, he admitted to feeling nervous but eagerly presented the engagement rings in a small velvet pouch, saying, “I got you something!” instead of the traditional proposal.
In their recent statement, Martin and Yosef expressed their utmost desire to maintain a healthy and supportive family dynamic as they navigate co-parenting their two children. Despite the end of their marriage, they emphasized their intention to remain friends. Their daughter, Lucia, was born in 2018, followed by their son, Renn, in 2019. Additionally, Martin is the proud father of 14-year-old twins, Matteo and Valentino, who were born in August 2008 through surrogacy.
They extended their gratitude to all the love and support they have received throughout their marriage, concluding with a united commitment to embracing this new chapter in their lives.
Martin’s announcement about his divorce from Yosef came just a month after the revelation of the Trilogy Tour, featuring Martin, Pitbull, and Enrique Iglesias, three acclaimed Latin popstars. The tour, scheduled to kick off in October, will span 19 cities across North America, showcasing the immense talent of these Grammy and Latin Grammy Award-winning artists.
Starting on October 14 in Washington, D.C., the trio will captivate audiences with their energetic performances. The tour will culminate in a spectacular show at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena on November 30.
Martin, who previously toured with Iglesias in 2021, expressed his excitement for the upcoming tour, promising an unforgettable experience filled with non-stop entertainment. Brace yourselves for an epic celebration!”