Valentino, the teenage son of international pop icon Ricky Martin, is turning heads with a mirror selfie that showcases his toned physique just days after his famous dad posted a similar shirtless shot. Fans are saying what we're all thinking: like father, like son.
At just 15 (though some reports now say he's 16), Valentino is already following in his father's footsteps, not just in charm but apparently in gym gains, too. He recently posted a selfie to his Instagram Stories where he confidently flexes his muscles in front of a mirror. The pic was casually snapped in what appears to be his bedroom, also giving fans a glimpse of his personality.
Valentino's selfie wasn't just a fleeting moment; he saved it in his "Workout" highlights, a growing collection of gym progress pics he's been curating since 2023. While he hasn't spilled the details of his workout routine, previous posts show him lifting weights and even pulling off some gymnast-level acrobatics. Clearly, Tino (as he's known to fans) is committed.
The timing of the post raised a few eyebrows in the best way. Just a couple of days earlier, Ricky Martin shared a shirtless mirror selfie with the caption: "Showing up and still in shape!" adding the hashtag, "not bragging, just documenting." The internet, predictably, exploded with compliments.
Now, fans are connecting the dots: this might not be a coincidence. It's starting to look like Ricky's dedication to health and fitness is rubbing off on Valentino, who seems to be taking notes and maybe even aiming to surpass his dad one day.
Proud Dad Moment
Ricky Martin isn't shy about his love for his kids. In a 2024 interview with radio host Martha Debayle, he opened up about a long-awaited father-son trip to Japan with Valentino and his twin brother. "They're so handsome, really handsome," Ricky beamed. "They'd been asking for this trip for years. They're obsessed with anime, and of course, they wanted to go to the mecca of anime."
The twins planned the whole trip themselves, from the itinerary to the activities. Ricky described it as a dream experience and added that now, the boys are hooked on Japan and already plotting their return.
He also spoke about his younger kids, Lucía and Renn, whom he shares with ex-husband and artist Jwan Yosef. "Every day is different. I've got four kids now, and each one is a whole universe," he said. "Lucía is the queen of the house—and she knows it. Renn is my little zen master. I call him Ren Zen because he's just so chill about everything."
Like Father, Like Flex
Valentino's social media presence may still be blossoming, but he's clearly got the charisma, drive, and now, the biceps to keep growing his audience. Between his love for anime, his energetic dance posts, and now his fitness journey, he's crafting his identity in the digital spotlight.
And with a dad like Ricky Martin, who's still serving looks and abs at 52, it's no surprise that Valentino is leveling up. Whether he's training for a future in entertainment or just enjoying the glow-up, the Martin genes are strong, and the selfies are only getting stronger.