This past weekend, Velito El Bufón took to Instagram to introduce his new partner, Paula Martínez, to the world. The timing of the reveal was significant, coinciding with the birthday of Thalía, the mother of his two children.
The Cuban reggaeton artist shared several Instagram stories featuring romantic selfies with Martínez, whose handle is @paula.martinez.00. One of the photos was set to Leoni Torres's "Toda Una Vida," while the other was accompanied by Beéle’s "Frente al mar," complete with red heart emojis and a direct tag to her profile.
Paula, a blonde flight attendant, was first linked to Velito in March when they were spotted together in Spain, sparking initial rumors of their relationship.
Velito Addresses Fanfare Around His Past
Apart from the romantic reveal, Velito also addressed the ongoing chatter about his breakup with Thalía. He expressed frustration with celebrity gossip pages that continue to dwell on their split, making it clear that he has moved on.
"These pages keep creating content about something that's very old. We've been separated for almost six months... I'm really happy she's starting a new life, and I'm doing the same with my current partner. Please, stop the gossip and let us live our personal lives in peace," Velito urged.
The Timeline of Their Separation
The public first learned about Velito and Thalía's breakup on February 20, 2026, even though they had parted ways weeks before. Thalía broke her silence via her own Instagram stories, explaining that she had delayed the announcement to protect her emotional well-being: "Velito and I ended months ago. He chose his path, and I chose mine. We didn't go public... I've just had a baby, and for my own sake, I wanted to avoid controversy."
The timing was particularly sensitive, as their son Thiago had been born on February 9, 2026, and Velito left Cuba with his team just three days later. Despite the distance and separation, Thalía emphasized there was no ill will: "His well-being is also the well-being of my children, so I will never wish him harm."
Velito's Reflections Post-Separation
Velito first addressed the separation publicly on March 2, with a message interpreted by many as a guilt-ridden farewell: "You will always be the most important woman in my life."
Later, during a concert on March 31, he went further by publicly acknowledging Thalía from the stage, promising her lifelong financial support and recognizing the precious gift she had given him: "You gave me the most beautiful thing I've ever received in this world: our lovely children."
The release of his song "Cuidámela" on April 9, alongside Dany Ome and Kevincito El 13, seemed to confirm what many had speculated. The song preview included lines suggesting regret and a plea for the new man in her life: "I know I hurt her by swimming with other fish" and a chorus that sounded both like a confession and a farewell, "Brother, take care of her… and give her more than I did."
Insights Into Velito El Bufón's Relationship and Controversies
Who is Velito El Bufón's new partner?
Velito El Bufón's new partner is Paula Martínez, a flight attendant who has been linked to the artist since March.
What did Velito El Bufón say about his past relationship with Thalía?
Velito expressed that the story of his breakup with Thalía is old news and urged people to stop the gossip, emphasizing his happiness with his current relationship.
How did Velito El Bufón and Thalía publicly handle their separation?
Thalía first addressed the separation on Instagram, citing her emotional well-being as a reason for the delay in publicizing the split, while Velito later spoke about it, expressing a sense of farewell and gratitude towards her.