Spanish singer Bertin Osborne has denied maintaining a romantic relationship with a 28-year-old Brazilian woman named Sofia, despite appearing publicly alongside her at a high-profile tribute event in southern Spain.
The clarification comes after Spanish businessman Jose Luis Lopez, a close friend of the performer, accidentally referred to Sofia as Osborne's girlfriend during an interview with press reporters.
Speculation surrounding the pair intensified after Spanish weekly celebrity magazine Semana reported that the singer had been quietly seeing the young Brazilian woman. Sofia's name first emerged in Spanish social chronicles in late 2025, but the relationship appeared to solidify when the two attended a tribute gathering together on the Costa del Sol.
The gathering was held in honour of Lopez, a prominent Andalusian entrepreneur and philanthropist widely known in Spain by his nickname El Turronero. Osborne and Sofia attended the event openly and made no attempt to hide from photographers or fellow guests.
The Costa del Sol, located along the Mediterranean coast of Andalusia in Malaga province, is a renowned hub for international high society, celebrity gatherings, and luxury galas. Lopez is famous throughout Spain for hosting lavish celebrations that bring together television stars, singers, and public figures.
Television appearance and friendship claims
Addressing the growing romance rumours, Osborne made a recent television appearance on the live afternoon magazine show Y ahora Sonsoles, broadcast nationally on Spanish network Antena 3. Speaking to host Sonsoles Ónega, the singer sought to play down expectations and insisted that his connection with Sofia lacks any formal romantic commitment for the time being.
Osborne explained on air that he and Sofia are simply two consenting adults who enjoy spending time together. He said that he sees her from time to time, just as he sees 50 other female friends, framing their outings as casual companionship rather than an exclusive partnership.
The singer has admitted in past interviews that he does not fully understand what love is. Those previous comments caused deep hurt to his ex-wife, Venezuelan model Fabiola Martinez, from whom he separated in 2021 after 15 years of marriage. Friends say Osborne appears determined to continue exploring his romantic life until he finds definitive answers.
Semana magazine, one of Spain's longest running entertainment publications founded in 1940, has consistently tracked Osborne's private life. Its initial report suggested that while the connection began quietly, the public joint appearance marked a new phase in their closeness.
The slip by El Turronero
Despite Osborne's attempts to keep matters informal, statements from his inner circle have told a somewhat different story. Speaking directly to cameras from national news agency Europa Press, Lopez inadvertently reignited speculation about the nature of the relationship.
The businessman remarked to reporters that Osborne is doing fabulous and described Sofia as exceptionally beautiful. He added that the singer never chooses an ugly girlfriend or ugly women, observing that Osborne is always seen in the company of attractive women.
The casual use of the word girlfriend caught immediate attention across Spanish media, contrasting sharply with Osborne's insistence that Sofia is merely one friend among many. Lopez acknowledged that the singer has known the young Brazilian woman for only a short period.
The Andalusian entrepreneur also voiced full backing for whatever relationship might develop between the two. He stated that anyone who chooses to join Bertin has his complete approval, explaining that Osborne is a dear friend whose choices he deeply respects.
Europa Press, established in 1953 as one of Spain's leading independent news agencies, captured the exchange during coverage of the celebrity tribute, ensuring the comment quickly circulated across national broadcasts.
A familiar pattern in personal life
Osborne's refusal to place a formal title on his bond with Sofia mirrors previous romantic chapters in his life. Media commentators have noted similarities to his past involvement with Paraguayan model and aesthetician Gabriela Guillen, with whom he was frequently seen attending parties and social events before the birth of their child.
While Osborne maintains traditional views on several personal matters, his approach to modern romance remains notably flexible. He appears to advocate a dating philosophy centered on mutual enjoyment, fun, and passion, without feeling compelled to convert every romance into an official courtship or marriage.
For now, while the Spanish singer continues to resist setting formal boundaries or labels, his closest friends seem far more willing to apply them on his behalf.
