Tini Stoessel & Emilia Mernes Feud: Singer Pleads for End to Online Hate
Following a week of swirling rumors ignited by Tini Stoessel’s unexpected unfollow on Instagram, and further fueled by reports surrounding a private party, Argentine singer Emilia Mernes has broken her silence. In a statement posted to her own Instagram account, Mernes addressed the wave of accusations and misinformation circulating online, and appealed for privacy for herself and her family.
Mernes, who currently boasts nearly 9.9 million followers on Instagram, stated, “For a week now, they have been saying things that are not true, replicating lies that are installed on social networks and inventing news without criteria, without stopping. I tried to remain silent believing that the aggressive messages and false accusations would stop, but every day that passes I see a fresh invention. Neither I nor any of the women involved should tolerate this level of hatred.”
The controversy stems from a perceived rift within the Argentine pop scene. Mernes addressed reported conflicts with other artists, stating, “The differences I may have had with my colleagues, as anyone can have, I talked about them at the time with them and understood that they had been clarified. From my place, the possibility of talking again about whatever is necessary will always be open.”
Mernes concluded her statement with a plea for restraint from the media and the public. “Please, I ask you to stop, it is very painful for me and my whole family to see how they say anything without thinking for a second about how much violence affects any human being. I am very distressed and scared by the level of hatred that they handle on social networks. Please, enough.”
The Staffing Shift at the Heart of the Dispute
The initial friction, according to reporting from La Nación, appears to center around staffing changes. Mernes reportedly recruited key technical staff, dancers, and stylists who had previously worked exclusively with Tini Stoessel for years. This move was interpreted by those around Stoessel as a breach of industry loyalty, particularly when those collaborators attempted to return for Stoessel’s Futttura shows and were reportedly met with resistance.
Beyond the Professional: Allegations and Support
The situation escalated beyond professional disagreements with reports of inappropriate behavior by Mernes at a post-World Cup party attended by the wives and partners of the Argentine national football team. This led to public displays of support for Stoessel from figures like Antonela Roccuzzo, wife of Lionel Messi, and Valentina Cervantes. The alleged incident, and the subsequent support shown for Stoessel, added a layer of complexity to the already tense situation.
Duki’s Public Declaration
Amidst the controversy, Mernes received public support from her partner, Argentine rapper Duki. In a post on his own Instagram account, Duki expressed his unwavering love and admiration for Mernes, dismissing the circulating rumors and defending her character. “I love you with my soul, thank you for appearing in my life, thank you for loving me well and healthy, thank you for giving me and teaching me what a home is, and the meaning of being a companion. Let everyone talk, give their opinion and say what they want without knowing,” he wrote. He continued, emphasizing their commitment to each other and dismissing the negativity surrounding them.
Follower Count and Social Media Impact
The fallout has been visible on social media. Reports indicate Mernes lost approximately 200,000 followers on Instagram in the week following Stoessel’s initial unfollow, dropping from over 10.1 million to around 9.9 million, as detailed by Río Negro. This decline included not only fans of Stoessel and fellow artist María Becerra, but also figures within the entertainment industry and partners of footballers.
What’s Next: Navigating the Aftermath
For both artists, the immediate path forward involves navigating the public perception of this dispute. Mernes’ statement signals a desire to de-escalate the situation and address the misinformation directly. Stoessel has remained largely silent on the matter publicly, but her initial action – the unfollow – set the stage for the current wave of speculation. Both artists have upcoming professional commitments; Mernes continues to promote her music, while Stoessel is focused on her Futttura tour. The industry will be watching to see if this professional tension impacts future collaborations or industry events.