The Spanish music scene is abuzz: after an 18-year absence, Amaia Montero is returning to the iconic band La Oreja de Van Gogh. This news broke shortly after Leire Martínez, who had been the group’s lead singer since 2008, announced her departure on October 14, 2024.
However, this joyful event was overshadowed by a story that nearly destroyed a long-standing friendship. Rumors of a reunion had been circulating for some time, but it was actress Cayetana Guillén Cuervo, a close friend of Amaia, who inadvertently confirmed them prematurely.
Back in April, during a conversation with journalists, Cayetana found herself in an awkward situation. Reporters, with a bit of cunning, phrased their question as if the singer’s return was already a done deal. Unaware of the trap and happy for her friend, the actress confirmed the information. She revealed that she had known about it for a long time, but Amaia had asked her to keep it strictly secret, even from family.
This indiscretion came at a high price for their relationship. Amaia Montero was apparently deeply hurt by the broken promise. The singer blocked Cayetana on social media, and the two have not been seen together since. For the actress, this was a real blow, as she is the godmother of the singer’s son, Leo, and they had shared years of close friendship.
Realizing her mistake, Guillén Cuervo hurried to issue a public apology. She released an official statement and appeared before the cameras. Clearly upset, the actress explained that the entire situation had turned into a “snowball” for her. She assured everyone that her actions were driven by the best intentions, by love and respect for her friend, and that she genuinely believed the news had already been made public. Cayetana repeatedly asked for forgiveness, emphasizing that her words were solely prompted by emotion and joy.
Amid these events, another public figure became involved. During the Planeta 2025 literary award ceremony, where writer Juan del Val was honored, TV presenter Boris Izaguirre could not overlook the high-profile reunion. Izaguirre shared that he was delighted to hear the news of Amaia’s return to the group. However, he took the opportunity to address a personal request to the singer. The host expressed hope that Amaia would be able to forgive her friend, unblock her, and restore their friendship.
