The allegations could severely damage his reputation: With the help of his lawyers, pop star Ricky Martin is taking action against allegations that he is said to have had an affair with his nephew. The idea is disgusting, he says. The alleged victim needs help.
Puerto Rican singer Ricky Martin has denied allegations that he was in a relationship with his nephew. "Ricky Martin, of course, has never been involved in any kind of sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew, and never would be," Martin's attorney, Marty Singer, told People magazine. "The idea is not only untrue, it's disgusting."
The person who made the claim is struggling with "deep emotional challenges," the statement said. "We all hope this man gets the help he so desperately needs." One cannot expect a judge to dismiss this "terrible case" once he has a closer look at the facts. Singer also gave the statement to the industry portal "Deadline" and the US program "Today".
In early July, a Puerto Rican court issued an injunction against Martin. Police confirmed that the order against Martin was issued in connection with a domestic violence law. A hearing is scheduled for July 21. "The allegations against Ricky Martin, which led to a protection order, are completely false and fabricated," officials of the 50-year-old told People magazine.
The singer had also spoken out himself and wrote on Twitter that the order issued against him was "based on completely false allegations". However, since the process is ongoing, he "cannot make any detailed statements at this time".
