Rodrigo De Paul and his fiance Tini Stoessel are two of the most successful professionals in their respective fields. The Argentine soccer player and the pop star navigated their relationship through various ups and downs, eventually cementing 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 announced their relationship in August of that year when he shared a selfie of them on social media. While De Paul established himself as one of the best soccer players in the world, his fiancée rose 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 his career as a teenager when he got the lead role in a hit television series on a Latin American channel from 2012 to 2015. The role gave him significant exposure and established him as a recognizable entertainment figure throughout the region.
Tini Stoessel is an Argentine pop star and actress who has built a successful global music career with her relationship with footballer Rodrigo De Paul. Image credit (Instagram)
In 2016, he released his debut album ‘Tini,’ which reached No. 1 position in Argentina and got top 10 placements in many European charts. Two years later, he launched his second album ‘Quiero Volver,’ which combined pop and reggae influences and also achieved chart success across Europe.Stoessel pivoted to 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. His career continued its upward trajectory with the 2023 album ‘Cupido,’ with hit singles including ‘Miénteme,’ ‘Bar’ and ‘La Triple T’. The album became the first Argentine album of the 2020s to reach the top 10 of the American Billboard charts and the top 50 of the Latin Albums charts.His latest 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 that runs from 2025 to 2027. He has collaborated with many internationally successful artists, including producers and musicians from different 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 photo, expressing gratitude for their partnership. At the time, De Paul had just 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.
The timeline of the relationship between Tini Stoessel and Rodrigo De Paul
Approximately one year after confirming their relationship publicly, Stoessel announced on social media that the couple had decided to separate. “I want to inform you that Rodrigo and I have decided to end our relationship. We shared some wonderful moments, where I had the opportunity to know someone I love and respect a lot. We support each other through very important moments of our lives. Thank you very much for your love and respect,” he wrote in a statement according to La Vanguardia.In April 2025, the two were photographed attending a sporting event in Madrid, sparking speculation of a reconciliation. They confirmed they were rekindling their relationship later that year, showing their commitment to working through their differences and rebuilding their connection.
Rodrigo De Paul and Tini Stoessel are engaged
De Paul announced the couple’s engagement in May 2026 by posting a close-up photo of Stoessel’s diamond ring on his social media stories. “My partner in life, 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 fiancé. For Stoessel’s birthday in March 2026, De Paul previously shared several photos and praised his “courage to overcome fears”, expressing gratitude for the joy he brought to her life.
