Revelations like the one recently made by Alejandro Sanz are rare in Spanish show business. One of the country’s most recognizable artists spoke openly for the first time about deeply personal matters—his complicated relationship with Valeria Rivera, the mother of his son Alexander, and the impact this had on his life and that of Jaydy Michel. This turn of events has sparked a new wave of discussion around Sanz’s family, where every gesture and word instantly becomes the focus of public attention.
A family drama in the spotlight
As Divinity notes, the story of Alejandro Sanz is not just about music and the stage, but also about complex family chapters. After his breakup with Jaydy Michel, with whom he had a daughter, Manuela, the singer found himself at the center of a new drama: his relationship with Valeria Rivera, who had worked with him as a stylist in Miami, led to the birth of Alexander. At the time, Sanz lived between two cities and two women, and Valeria herself recalled that she learned about the artist’s family status only after their romance began.
In the documentary project ‘Cuando nadie me ve’, which was released in 2026, Sanz spoke for the first time in detail about the development of these relationships. According to him, Valeria immediately impressed him and there was an instant attraction between them, but their connection remained sporadic. When Valeria informed him of her pregnancy, the singer did not pressure her about the decision and only promised his support. Today, he admits that the thought that he might have never met his son still stirs strong emotions in him.
Regrets and admissions
A special place in this story is occupied by Sanz’s admission of the pain he caused Jaydy Michel. According to the artist, he still regrets what she had to go through. It was only after he told Jaydy about the birth of Alexander that their relationship finally ended. But, as Sanz emphasizes, the arrival of his son turned out to be more important to him than any regrets.
An equally touching moment was when Manuela met Alexander for the first time. The singer recalled taking his daughter on a boat to tell her about her brother, who was not born from her mother. Despite the age difference and the circumstances, the children quickly found common ground, and today, according to Sanz, there is a strong bond among all four of his children.
The women who make up the family
In an interview with ELLE, the singer specifically highlighted the role of his children’s mothers. He stressed that it is thanks to their efforts that there is no distance between the siblings, despite the fact that they live in different countries and grew up at different times. Sanz does not hide: his children are his main source of pride and the meaning of his life, and he himself has become a better person precisely because of the experience of fatherhood.
Valeria Rivera, in a rare interview with ¡HOLA!, shared that her relationship with Sanz lasted seven years and was full of challenges. She admitted she was in love with the singer but never wanted to break up another family. According to her, Alejandro first met his father when he was just over two months old, while Jaydy Michel only found out about Sanz’s son eight or nine months after his birth.
Public Life and Personal Boundaries
Today, Alejandro Sanz makes no secret of the fact that his path as a father has not been easy, especially with his two older children with whom he spent less time due to touring and complicated relations with their mothers. But now, as the children have grown, the artist tries to be as involved in their lives as possible and shares family moments on social media at every opportunity.
Interest in Sanz’s personal life remains strong, and every move he makes becomes the subject of new conversations. In this sense, his honesty serves as a reminder of how difficult it is for public figures to maintain a balance between the stage and home. Notably, the fascination with celebrity family stories in Spain never fades: recently, another drama was in the spotlight — news about Andres Roca Rey’s condition after his injury also sparked a storm of emotions in the media.
Alejandro Sanz’s story is another reminder that behind the hit songs and the spotlight lie real emotions, tough choices, and the price one sometimes pays for personal happiness.
