This story contains discussion of domestic abuse.

  His nephew Ricky Martin withdrew his claims of harassment in court, resulting in the case being dismissed.

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  For context, earlier this month a judge issued a restraining order against the singer under Puerto Rico’s domestic violence law.  It was not clear who originally requested the order, but reports that the petitioner “feared for his safety” after ending a seven-month relationship with Ricky hit the media.

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  Then, this weekend, Ricky’s brother identified the petitioner as his nephew.  “Ricky Martin, of course, has never been – and never will be – involved in any kind of sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew,” Ricky’s lawyer said in a statement to Variety at the time.

Jacopo M. Raule/Getty Images for FTX “The idea is not only untrue, it’s disgusting. We all hope this man gets the help he so urgently needs.”

  Earlier today, Ricky actually appeared in court.  His attorneys then released a statement that read: “As we anticipated, the temporary protection order was not extended by the Court.”

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  “The prosecutor confirmed to the court that his decision to dismiss the matter was solely his own, without outside influence or pressure, and the prosecutor confirmed that he was satisfied with his legal representation in the matter.”


  The statement concluded, “The request came from the accuser asking for the case to be dismissed. This was never more than a troubled individual making false allegations with absolutely nothing to back them up. We are glad our client has seen justice and can now to move on with his life and career.”

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  In a video obtained by TMZ, Ricky himself added, “For two weeks, I wasn’t allowed to defend myself because I was going through a process where I was required by law not to speak until I was in front of a judge.”

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  “It was so painful. It was devastating for me, for my family, for my friends. I don’t wish this on anyone,” he continued, thanking the online support.  “My priority is to heal. How can I heal? With music. I can’t wait to get back on stage, I can’t wait to get back in front of the cameras and have fun.”

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  Ricky is currently being sued for $3 million by his former manager for unpaid “significant commissions.”  Court documents refer to an alleged “career-ending complaint” that Ricky was threatened with in September 2020. He has requested a jury trial.

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If you or someone you know is in immediate danger as a result of domestic violence, call 911. For anonymous, confidential help, you can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline 24/7 at 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or chat with a lawyer through the website.

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