# Controversy over Bertín Osborne's comments on love

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/controversy-over-bertn-osbornes-comments-on-love
> Updated: 2026-08-22T14:47:33.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 3.

Spanish singer and presenter Bertín Osborne sparked controversy during the Starlite Occident charity gala in Marbella by claiming he has not found love despite a 50-year search. 

Following these remarks, Osborne’s ex-wife, Fabiola Martínez, expressed sadness and confusion, stating she was deeply in love during their 20-year relationship. Martínez noted that when she sought clarification to explain the situation to their son, Osborne attributed his comments to the press. She questioned the nature of their marriage, asserting that their relationship and the raising of their children were products of love, adding, “If for him it hasn't been... I don't know what to say.” Martínez further suggested his comments reflected a lack of self-love.

Osborne’s daughter, Alejandra Osborne, intervened to clarify her father’s intentions, suggesting he used an unfortunate way to express himself. She noted that while his words “weigh and hurt a lot,” he has indeed been in love with both Martínez and his former partner, Sandra Domecq Williams.

In response to the growing criticism, Osborne’s representative, Susana Uribarri, attempted to clarify his position. Uribarri stated that his words were misinterpreted and that Osborne was referring to his current state of being single rather than denying having experienced love in the past, citing his previous marriages as evidence of his capacity for affection.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-22: Bertín Osborne faces criticism over controversial comments on love

Singer Bertín Osborne faces backlash from ex-wife Fabiola Martínez after claiming he has yet to find love, a statement his representatives claim was a misunderstanding regarding his current single status.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bertn-osborne-faces-criticism-over-controversial-comments-on-love

### 2026-08-19: Bertín Osborne's comments on love spark reaction from Fabiola Martínez

Fabiola Martínez expressed sadness after Bertín Osborne claimed he has spent 50 years searching for love, a comment that challenged her perception of their former marriage.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bertn-osbornes-comments-on-love-spark-reaction-from-fabiola-martnez

### 2026-08-16: Bertín Osborne sparks reaction after claims of not finding love

Bertín Osborne sparked controversy at a Marbella gala by claiming he has not found love in 50 years, prompting a response from his ex-wife, Fabiola Martínez, who expressed sadness over his remarks.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bertn-osborne-sparks-reaction-after-claims-of-not-finding-love

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