Ricky Martin discloses that while his father urged him to accept his authentic identity and reveal his homosexuality, his professional entourage vehemently cautioned against it. During an appearance on Sirius XM’s “Andy Cohen Live,” the vocalist recounted the conflicting viewpoints he encountered regarding his choice.
In spite of his team’s admonitions that public disclosure of his sexual orientation might jeopardize his career, Martin’s father underscored the significance of integrity, particularly after the birth of Martin’s two sons in 2008. His father deemed it imperative for Martin to serve as a role model for his offspring by staying true to himself.
After meticulously crafting a message, Martin ultimately opted to disclose his sexual orientation via Twitter. Despite initial apprehensions, he felt immediate relief and elation upon sharing his truth with the public.
Subsequently, Martin has openly embraced his identity, including his well-publicized union with Swedish artist Jwan Yosef, which dissolved in divorce the previous year. Overall, Martin attributes his ability to live authentically to the guidance and encouragement provided by his father.
