Ricky Martin

The singer, 50, was hit with a restraining order stemming from a domestic violence incident in Puerto Rico earlier this month but the victim's identity had been ...

“Because it is an ongoing legal matter, I cannot make detailed statements at this time. Puerto Rican law takes allegations of incest very seriously and if the alleged romance between Martin and his nephew is confirmed the singer could face up to half a century in prison. Ricky Martin has been accused of incest by his 21-year-old nephew and could face up to 50 years in prison if convicted.

Via his attorney, Ricky Martin has responded to new developments in his domestic dispute in Puerto Rico.

Ricky Martin has, of course, never been — and would never be — involved in any kind of sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew,” Marty Singer, Martin’s attorney, said in a statement to Billboard. “The idea is not only untrue, it is disgusting. We all hope that this man gets the help he so urgently needs. The report quotes the order as saying they broke up two months ago, but the petitioner says Martin did not accept the separation and has been seen loitering near the petitioner’s house at least three times.

Attorney Marty Singer is vehemently refuting allegations that the singer abused his 21-year-old nephew, calling the accusation "disgusting."

“Ricky Martin has, of course, never been — and would never be — involved in any kind of sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew,” Singer said in a statement to Variety. “The idea is not only untrue, it is disgusting. Puerto Rican outlet El Vocero reported that the action was allegedly from someone Martin had dated for seven months. Martin was served a restraining order in Puerto Rico in early July, citing domestic abuse.

"Ricky Martin has, of course, never been — and would never be — involved in any kind of sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew," Marty Singer, ...

"We are very confident that when the true facts come out in this matter our client Ricky Martin will be fully vindicated." But, most of all, we look forward to this awful case being dismissed as soon as a judge gets to look at the facts." "Unfortunately, the person who made this claim is struggling with deep mental health challenges.

Ricky Martin has been accused of incest and abuse in a domestic violence case filed by his nephew. He reportedly received a restraining order in Puerto Rico ...

A police spokesman told AP News that Sanchez did not go through the police for his restraining order and went straight to the court for the request. Allegedly fearing for his safety, Sanchez issued a restraining order. When Sanchez attempted to end the relationship, Martin reportedly “did not take it well” and loitered outside of his nephew’s home.

Ricky Martin is denying allegations that he was involved in a romantic relationship with his nephew.

We are very confident that when the true facts come out in this matter our client Ricky Martin will be fully vindicated.” But, most of all, we look forward to this awful case being dismissed as soon as a judge gets to look at the facts.” “The idea is not only untrue, it is disgusting,” he continued.

Ricky Martin had a relationship with his nephew, according to Marca, a Spanish news organization. In court documents, Martin's nephew says he was physically ...

Martin is also caught up in a legal battle with Rebecca Drucker, his former talent manager. Ricky Martin has, of course, never been — and would never be — involved in any kind of sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew." - A court date is set for July 21 and Martin could face up to 50 years in prison if found guilty.

After news emerged that Martin had been accused by his sister's son, Dennis Yadiel Sanchez, in Puerto Rico, Martin's lawyer Marty Singer said: “Unfortunately, ...

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A restraining order has been filed against Ricky Martin amid domestic violence allegations. The person who filed the order is reportedly a member of the Puerto ...

He has been dubbed the “King of Latin Pop”. Outside of music he has been involved in philanthropy and activism. Martin has strenuously denied the “completely false” accusations and said he will respond with “dignity” to the judicial process. “Ricky Martin has, of course, never been — and would never be – involved in any kind of sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew. A restraining order has been filled against the singer by a member of his family. The person who filed the order is reportedly a member of the Puerto Rican superstar’s own family.

“The idea is not only untrue, it is disgusting,” the singer's lawyer said in a statement to TODAY. Ricky Martin arrives for the screening of "Elvis" during ...

But, most of all, we look forward to this awful case being dismissed as soon as a judge gets to look at the facts.” We are very confident that when the true facts come out in this matter our client Ricky Martin will be fully vindicated.” “The idea is not only untrue, it is disgusting,” he continued.

The man who was granted a restraining order against Ricky Martin recently is the singer's 21-year-old nephew, it has been claimed.

Martin’s representative said in a statement: “Unfortunately, the person who made this claim is struggling with deep mental health challenges. Martin has been ordered to refrain from making any contact with the petitioner, physically or via telecommunication, extending to emails and social media. Last week, Puerto Rican authorities revealed that the Latin pop hitmaker had been issued with restraining order which local sources have speculated was an administrative filing by a former partner.

"Ricky Martin has, of course, never been — and would never be — involved in any kind of sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew," says Marty Singer, ...

"The petitioner fears for his safety," reads the document, as reported by El Vocero. "We are very confident that when the true facts come out in this matter our client Ricky Martin will be fully vindicated." The news comes after a complaint was made earlier this month under Law 54, also known as the Domestic Abuse Prevention and Intervention Act, accusing Martin of harassment.

Ricky Martin's 21-year-old nephew has alleged that the singer was in a seven-month-long intimate affair with him. Matin has denied the accusations.

If Martin is found guilty of the charges, he could face up to a 50-year sentence. Martin’s lawyer Marty Singer told Deadline, “Unfortunately, the person who made this claim is struggling with deep mental health challenges.” He also said, “Ricky Martin has, of course, never been — and would never be – involved in any kind of sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew. The lawyer added, “We all hope that this man gets the help he so urgently needs.

Attorney Martin Singer called the allegation “untrue” and “disgusting,” and stated that the accuser is “struggling with deep mental health challenges.” Two ...

A legal representative for Ricky Martin has issued a statement claiming his client’s innocence against accusations of engaging in an incestuous relationship with his 21-year-old nephew. Martin is due in court on July 21, when a judge will determine if the restraining order should remain in place. “The petitioner fears for his safety,” wrote the Spanish language news outlet El Vocero, which had seen the legal documents.

Martin's lawyer put our a statement after Martin's nephew alleged that he and the singer had a romantic relationship.

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