Laura Escanes broke down in tears after handing over her daughter Roma to ex-husband Risto Mejide for a fortnight of summer holidays in Spain.
The Spanish social media influencer and television presenter revealed her emotional breakdown in a video shared with her followers on TikTok. Under their custody arrangement, the former couple split the summer vacation into alternating 15-day periods with their daughter.
Escanes admitted that although she knew her child would be in good hands and would lack nothing while staying with her father, she could not suppress her grief at their temporary separation.
Addressing her audience on social media, Escanes explained that summer handovers remain extremely painful for her as a separated mother. She swore that she has been unable to get used to bidding farewell to her daughter every summer.
The content creator confessed that she previously assumed the process would become easier as Roma grew older, but stated that the experience has proved to be the exact opposite. She added that she feels she is missing out on so much time and so many milestones in her child's life.
Escanes acknowledged that Mejide likely experiences the same painful feelings during his time apart from Roma, describing the overall arrangement as very complicated. She concluded her message by offering words of support and encouragement to other parents going through similar handovers.
Changing Trends for Social Media Influencers
The candid video arrives amid broader discussions across Spain regarding what commentators have described as the fall of the influencer. Audiences have increasingly distanced themselves from online figures who complain about brief photo shoots or continuous travel to luxury destinations.
With follower metrics declining across major platforms, many content creators are making deliberate efforts to show more authentic aspects of their lives. Instead of focusing solely on promoting high-end brands or displaying effortless privilege, figures like Escanes are highlighting real emotional challenges, including the personal struggles of co-parenting.
A High-Profile Relationship and Divorce
Escanes and Mejide first began dating in 2015, attracting significant public debate due to their 21-year age difference. Escanes was 19 years old at the time, while Mejide, a well-known publicist and television presenter, was 40.
Despite initial criticism, the couple gained widespread public support over time. They married on May 20, 2017, in a high-profile wedding ceremony held in Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia. Two years later, in 2019, Escanes gave birth to their daughter Roma.
The pair announced their separation in 2022 after seven years together. Although the breakup surprised some observers, the former couple agreed to part by mutual consent, focusing on minimizing conflict for the sake of their daughter.
Following brief initial friction, Escanes and Mejide established a cordial relationship. Today, they maintain regular communication, though their interactions remain strictly limited to matters concerning their child.
Subsequent Romances and Current Lives
Since their divorce, both media figures have moved on to new romantic relationships. Escanes has recently generated headline interest over her relationship with Joan Verdu, addressing public pregnancy rumors as well as discussing major challenges within their relationship.
Meanwhile, Mejide has re-engaged in his relationship with Natalia Almarcha, giving their romance another opportunity. Both parents continue to balance their public careers with their shared custody obligations in Barcelona.
