The Pantoja family is once again in the spotlight following Kiko Rivera’s emotional confessions and subsequent revelations by Asraf Beno. Despite Kiko’s public apology to his sister, which made national headlines, a genuine rapprochement between the siblings has not taken place. Asraf Beno, husband of Isa Pantoja, spoke openly for the first time about how his wife is coping with this difficult period and why attempts to restore family ties have so far been unsuccessful.
On the set of a popular TV show, Asraf did not hide his doubts about Kiko’s sincerity. He explained that at first, he believed in his relative’s remorse, but when he saw him in person, he sensed insincerity. Beno pointed out that Kiko’s loneliness after breaking up with his wife might have driven him to public gestures, but he saw no real change in his behavior. “I don’t believe he will change,” Asraf emphasized, adding that he does not maintain any contact with him.
Family conflicts
According to her husband, Isa Pantoja has found herself in a difficult position. Her brother has always been more than just family to her—almost a father figure. However, after a series of conflicts and painful incidents, trust has been eroded. Asraf admitted that he advised his wife to respond to Kiko’s messages, but after what he witnessed on air, he changed his mind: keeping her distance was the best decision. Although Isa still inwardly wants to meet her brother, she has not dared to take that step.
The question of who hurt Isa the most prompted a candid response from Asraf. He refrained from blaming any one person, noting that the entire family contributed to the situation. He was particularly surprised by the atmosphere within the Pantoja clan and the things said behind closed doors. Nevertheless, Isa maintains a special relationship with Kiko—she is able to forgive him more quickly than her mother, as her brother at least tried to apologize.
Memories and grudges
Isa’s relationship with her mother, the famous singer, has its contradictions as well. Asraf recalled once playing poker with her, which was an unexpected revelation for viewers. This episode showed that there were bright moments in the family, but they could not overshadow the string of conflicts. A special place in the story belongs to the so-called “hose incident,” which was widely discussed in the press for a long time. Asraf is convinced that the truth always comes out, and now that Kiko himself has confirmed the details, any doubts those around them had have disappeared.
Isa’s husband does not hide that he often faced disrespect from Kiko. Privately, their relationship was calmer, but in public, his wife’s brother behaved ambiguously. Inviting people to family celebrations with whom Isa had difficult relationships, or trying to force her to interact with exes, only made things worse. In Asraf’s view, his role in the family was never truly recognized.
Family tensions
Family discord within the Pantoja clan goes beyond just the relationship between brother and sister. Each member of this drama carries their own burden of grievances and disappointment. For Isa Pantoja, the attempts to forgive her brother are not simply acts of goodwill but a difficult inner choice between the past and the present. Kiko’s public apologies, though widely discussed, have not been enough to break down the wall of mistrust built up over years of conflict.
Asraf Beno, observing the situation, notes that his wife is experiencing this period particularly intensely. For her, it is important not only to hear words of remorse but also to see real changes in her brother’s behavior. Until that happens, any attempts at reconciliation remain mere formalities. The Pantoja family’s story continues to unfold, leaving more questions than answers.
Kiko Rivera is a Spanish musician and DJ, son of the famous singer Isabel Pantoja. His relationships with his family are often the subject of media attention due to a series of scandals and public conflicts. Despite efforts to reconnect with his sister, Kiko has repeatedly found himself at the center of family dramas, only fueling public interest in his private life and actions.
