Ricky Martin can finally begin the healing process after his nephew’s “painful and devastating” claims they had an incestuous relationship were dismissed in court on Thursday.
The “Livin’ La Vida Loca” singer, 50, explained in a new video message obtained by Page Six why he didn’t address the allegations himself when they first surfaced earlier this month, although his team vehemently denied the “fake and made up”. claims at that time.
“For two weeks, I was not allowed to defend myself because I was following a procedure, where the law … required me not to speak until I was in front of the judge,” said Martin, who was formally dressed in a suit and tie in the clip.
Earlier Thursday, the “She Bangs” singer was set to testify during a hearing for the protective order filed against her, but her 21-year-old nephew, Dennis Yadiel Sanchez, ended up withdrawing his allegations.
Martin’s attorneys told Page Six that the accuser “confirmed to the court that his decision to dismiss the matter was his own, without any outside influence or pressure, and the accuser confirmed that he was satisfied with his representation legal in the matter”.
Ricky Martin said he plans to heal through “music” after his nephew’s incest claims were finally dismissed. Obtained by Page Six
Sanchez, who is the son of Martin’s half-sister, Vanessa Martin, previously alleged that he and the pop superstar had a seven-month relationship, chasing him home after they broke up two months ago.
In his video message, Ricky expressed relief at the dismissal of the case, but noted how it affected his life and the lives of his loved ones in recent weeks.
“Thank God those claims were proven to be false, but I’ll tell you the truth, it’s been so painful and devastating for me, my family and my friends,” he said. “I don’t wish this on anyone.”
Martin said his nephew’s claims were “devastating” but still wished him “the best”.
The “Nobody Wants to Be Lonely” singer, called Sanchez, says “nonsense,” but appeared to bear no ill will toward his relative, whom he, his crew and his half-brother, Eric Martin, have publicly claimed suffers from mental health problems.
“I wish him the best and I hope he finds the help so he can start a new life full of love and truth and joy and not hurt anyone else,” Ricky said.
Martin’s lawyers released this statement after his incest case was dismissed.ricky_martin/Instagram
The father of four, who has been married to artist Jwan Yosef since 2017, said at the time that his priority now is to “heal” and that he plans to do so through music.
“I can’t wait to get back on stage,” he said. “I can’t wait to get back in front of the cameras and entertain, which is what I do best.”
Martin has been married to her husband, Jwan Yosef, for five years. Getty Images for The Red Sea Int
Ricky will perform a concert at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on Friday and Saturday, according to his Instagram.
The Grammy winner concluded his message by thanking all his supporters, including his family and fans.
“You have no idea how much strength you gave me with every comment you wrote on social media,” Ricky said. “I wish you love and light, and here we come, with the same strength and passion. May God bless you.”