Rodrigo De Paul and his fiancée Tini Stoessel are two of the most successful professionals in their respective fields. The Argentine soccer player and the pop star have navigated their relationship through various transitions, ultimately solidifying their commitment with an engagement announcement.De Paul has been dating Stoessel, whose birth name is Martina Stoessel, on and off since 2022. The midfielder made their relationship public in August of that year when he shared a selfie of them on social media. While De Paul has established himself as one of the best soccer players in the world, his fiancée has risen to prominence as a successful pop star and actress. Stoessel initially gained recognition through her work in entertainment before transitioning to a full-time music career as a singer-songwriter.
Who is Tini Stoessel?
According to People, Stoessel, known professionally as Tini, launched her career as a teenager when she secured the lead role in a hit television series on a Latin American channel from 2012 to 2015. The role gave her significant exposure and established her as a recognisable figure in entertainment across the region.
Tini Stoessel is an Argentine pop star and actress who has built a successful global music career alongside her relationship with footballer Rodrigo De Paul.Image credit (Instagram)
In 2016, she released her debut album ‘Tini,’ which reached the No. 1 position in Argentina and secured top 10 placements across multiple European charts. Two years later, she launched her second album ‘Quiero Volver,’ which combined pop and reggae influences and also achieved chart success across Europe.Stoessel pivoted toward reggae and Latin trap music with the 2020 album ‘Tini Tini Tini,’ which broke the record for the most albums sold by a woman in Argentina. Her career continued its upward trajectory with the 2023 album ‘Cupido,’ which featured hit singles including ‘Miénteme,’ ‘Bar’ and ‘La Triple T’. The album became the first Argentine album in the 2020s to reach the top 10 on the American Billboard charts and the top 50 on the Latin Albums charts.Her most recent album, the alternative pop release ‘Un Mechón de Pelo’, debuted in 2024 and included the hit single ‘Pa.’ Over the years, Stoessel has headlined four major world tours, including one running from 2025 to 2027. She has collaborated with several internationally successful artists, including producers and musicians from various genres and countries.
How Rodrigo De Paul and Tini Stoessel met
De Paul confirmed his relationship with Stoessel by sharing a selfie of them kissing on social media in August 2022. He captioned the picture, expressing gratitude for their time together. At the time, De Paul had recently ended a long-term relationship with an Argentine model after 12 years of dating. The former couple, who announced their separation in 2022, continue to co-parent their two children.
Tini Stoessel and Rodrigo De Paul’s relationship timeline
Approximately one year after confirming their relationship publicly, Stoessel announced on social media that the couple had decided to separate. “I want to let you know that Rodrigo and I have decided to end our relationship. We shared some wonderful moments, where I had the opportunity to get to know someone I love and respect very much. We supported each other through very important moments in our lives. Thank you so much for your love and respect,” she wrote in a statement according to La Vanguardia.In April 2025, the two were photographed attending a sporting event in Madrid, sparking reconciliation speculation. They confirmed they had rekindled their relationship later that year, demonstrating their commitment to working through their differences and rebuilding their connection.
Rodrigo De Paul and Tini Stoessel’s engagement
De Paul announced the couple’s engagement in May 2026 by posting a close-up photograph of Stoessel’s diamond ring on his social media stories. “My life partner, the angel who came to save me. You are the best team. I love you,” he wrote, expressing his commitment to building a future with his fiancée. For Stoessel’s birthday in March 2026, De Paul had previously shared several photographs and praised her “courage in overcoming fears”, expressing gratitude for the joy she brings to his life.
