Celebrity news has long captivated audiences, and when iconic artists like Manolo Escobar enter the conversation, the headlines gain an extra layer of intrigue. In recent months, ahead of the memorial service marking ten years since the singer’s passing, his name resurfaced in the media not for musical triumphs alone but amid a high profile paternity case that surprised many observers.
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The mysterious Julián Montiel: the unknown son of Manolo Escobar?
Julian Montiel emerged last July with claims to be Manolo Escobar’s son, a connection many still remember through the artist’s enduring hits such as Mi carro and Solo te pido. Montiel says the singer’s music has always been a central part of his life. He recounted in an interview how his mother, who admired the artist, frequently played his songs. The bond allegedly began at a Mallorca concert in the summer of 1970 and would become personal the following year.
Montiel is not the first person to raise such allegations. In 2017 an Asturian woman claimed to be Escobar’s daughter. Vanessa García, identified as the singer’s official daughter, recalled the episode with some bitterness on a public program, describing the rumor as an injustice. The matter reached the courts, and in 2019 DNA testing ruled out the biological link.
Position of Vanessa García, defender of the memory of Manolo Escobar
Amid family losses and circulating rumors, Vanessa García remained firm. She described Montiel as someone unaware of what his father’s performances meant in those years, stating clearly that her father would never hide a son. She expressed confidence that justice would clarify the situation.
On the other side, Julián Montiel persisted with his account and presented photos he believes prove a resemblance to Manolo Escobar. He hired a well-known paternity attorney to handle the case, signaling that the dispute carries a heavy personal cost.
According to 20 Minutes, Montiel has faced financial hurdles that have slowed the legal process. The attorney leading the case requested more time and resources to review and compare the evidence, suggesting a pause in the proceedings for now.
For the moment, observers are left to wait and see how the situation unfolds, all while Manolo Escobar’s musical legacy continues to resonate with fans and shape cultural memory. His influence endures in listeners who treasure his timeless songs and performances.