The name Nieves Zuberbuhler is now firmly associated with serious journalism and professional achievement. Originally from Argentina, she moved to New York in 2011 to pursue a master’s degree in international relations, and since then her career has steadily risen. An Emmy Award winner, she has established herself as a top-tier producer and correspondent, covering major political issues for Argentina’s leading outlets. However, for the general public, her name became known not only for her work, but also due to her high-profile, albeit brief, union with one of the world’s wealthiest heirs.
This refers to her marriage to Julio Mario Santo Domingo III, brother of Tatiana Santo Domingo, who is married to Andrea Casiraghi, a member of Monaco’s princely family. Their relationship developed rapidly. The couple first registered their marriage privately in a civil ceremony in Manhattan, and in October 2016 held a lavish celebration at a church in Brooklyn. The wedding took place on Halloween night and stood out for its unusual theme—every guest, including members of aristocratic families, wore masquerade costumes. But the fairy tale was short-lived. By November of the following year, New York high society was surprised by news of the couple’s split. Nieves initially denied the rumors to the press, but ultimately, events spoke louder than words.
For the journalist, this was already her second marriage. Previously, she was married to economist Manuel Maximino, with whom she also lived in New York. That union, concluded at the end of 2013, ended in less than two years. After her break with Santo-Domingo, Nieves was in a relationship with South African entrepreneur James Wyman, a robotics specialist. They were seen together in Hawaii after the pandemic ended in 2021. In recent years, Suberbüler has completely withdrawn from social media, preferring to let her reporting speak for her.
However, interest in her is fueled not only by her own life but also by her family’s history. Nieves is a member of the well-known Argentine elite, the daughter of Ignacio Suberbüler and Marina Blakier. But the real intrigue involves her grandmother, Malena Nelson Hunter de Blakier. For decades, social circles have circulated rumors about her alleged affair with the Duke of Edinburgh, consort of Queen Elizabeth II. It was said that the prince was completely captivated by her during his visit to Argentina in 1962. No one has ever officially confirmed this connection, but there have also been no decisive refutations, which has only fueled further speculation.
This is not the only link connecting the journalist’s family to the British monarchy. Her cousin, photographer Delphine Blacquière, is married to renowned polo player Nacho Figueras, who is a close friend of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The couple even attended their wedding. Nieves herself, after graduating with honors in journalism, worked on the legendary program “60 Minutes” on the American channel CBS, proving that her name stands for not only high-profile connections but also genuine professionalism.
