Gabriel Soto flaunts new girlfriend, sparks Christian Nodal comparisons online

Mexican actor Gabriel Soto has publicly introduced his new girlfriend, Colibrí Jiménez, on social media, coinciding with her birthday. Soto, 51, appears unfazed by public criticism, showcasing his affection for Jiménez, who was previously his therapist.

However, the actor's public display of romance has drawn comparisons to regional Mexican singer Christian Nodal. The parallel is drawn due to Nodal's recent highly publicized relationship change, which occurred shortly after ending a previous relationship with Cazzu, with whom he shares a young daughter. Nodal has faced accusations of infidelity, with Cazzu suggesting the timelines of his relationships did not add up.

Social media commentary on Soto's post has been largely critical. Many users have commented on the actor's perceived emotional immaturity and questionable romantic behavior. Online remarks included comparisons like "The Nodal of the old guys," and warnings for women to avoid men like him, with one user humorously predicting his next partner would be an "Ostrich hiding its head."

This public scrutiny follows Soto's previous relationships, including a low-profile romance with singer La Sinclair, who expressed disappointment after Soto initially denied their relationship. He was also previously engaged to Irina Baeva after a six-year relationship, though they never married. Baeva has been indirectly linked by some to the breakdown of Soto's marriage to Geraldine Bazán, the mother of his two daughters.