Overview
- On Friday several entertainment programs reported that businessman Gustavo Salcedo attended veterinarian María Pía Vallejos's birthday, prompting renewed attention to his links with Vallejos.
- María Pía confirmed Salcedo was at her celebration and said the two are close but not in an official relationship at this time.
- Maju Mantilla told television crews she still loves and respects Salcedo, said both partners acknowledged mistakes, and asked for privacy about their private life.
- Lawyer Jorge Petrozzi publicly denied any legal separation or divorce filings for the couple and said their priority is avoiding legal conflict that could affect their children.
- Tabloid TV and social media evidence such as photos, Instagram reactions and WhatsApp screenshots have driven coverage and intensified public scrutiny of the family while the parties say they will handle matters privately.