Influencer Laura Matamoros has criticized her former stepmother Makoke over a romantic beach picnic with her new husband Gonzalo, sparking a public clash between the long-standing media rivals.
The latest dispute unfolded after Laura Matamoros watched social media videos of Makoke enjoying a simple meal on the shore with Gonzalo during their summer travels. Laura Matamoros publicly claimed that Makoke lived a far more luxurious life when she was married to television collaborator Kiko Matamoros. According to Laura Matamoros, coastal summer plans during her father's marriage involved spending heavily at beach bars rather than hosting modest beach picnics, suggesting Makoke's current marriage is more austere.
Laura Matamoros and Makoke have maintained a persistent feud over the years, refusing to reconcile while staying active in news headlines. Both figures draw significant media attention and frequently enter public conflicts. Although neither side has permanently won their ongoing dispute, observers noted that Makoke successfully deflected this latest attempt by Laura Matamoros to ridicule her lifestyle.
Origins of the Family Conflict
The tension between the two women dates back to 1997, when Kiko Matamoros met model Makoke at a restaurant. Kiko Matamoros initially became her talent manager, but the pair soon developed a romantic relationship behind the back of his then wife, Marián Flores. Kiko Matamoros eventually chose to leave his family to pursue the new relationship with Makoke, which lasted nearly two decades.
Kiko Matamoros and Makoke officially married in 2016 before separating in August 2018, just two years after their wedding. Throughout those 20 years, Laura Matamoros consistently blamed Makoke for breaking up her family and causing emotional suffering to Marián Flores. While Laura Matamoros eventually forgave her father for his role in the separation, she refused to make peace with her former stepmother.
Makoke Marriage and Honeymoon
Makoke is currently experiencing a positive phase in her personal life following her marriage to Gonzalo earlier this summer. The couple had initially planned to marry last year, but they postponed the ceremony after the girlfriend of Makoke's son, Javier Tudela, experienced a health setback. Following their eventual wedding, Makoke has been documenting an extended honeymoon filled with frequent trips and romantic activities.
Makoke, who previously had a brief romance with Hollywood actor Brad Pitt, shared images of her recent beach trip on social media, which prompted the comments from Laura Matamoros. Laura Matamoros sought to exalt her father's financial capacity by arguing that Makoke's former lifestyle was far more lavish than her current outings with Gonzalo.
Response to the Luxury Claims
When asked about the critical comments made by Laura Matamoros, Makoke laughed off the remarks. Makoke stated that she also went on picnics while married to Kiko Matamoros, though she noted those outings took place in the countryside rather than on the beach. Makoke handled the situation with humor, choosing not to attach importance to the attempted insult.
Gonzalo also responded to the commentary regarding their beach picnic. Gonzalo stated that people should enjoy a variety of activities, adding that it is good to have a picnic on one day and visit a beach bar on another day.
