Amsterdam, Netherlands – Patricia Paay, 76, and her partner, robbert Hinfelaar, have officially ended their relationship, confirming rumors that circulated on social media in recent weeks. The split follows a period of speculation fueled by observations from entertainment commentators and fans alike.
evert Santegoeds, editor-in-chief of Weekblad Privé, revealed he has not spoken to Paay since she initially misrepresented the status of her relationship. “I think it’s part of the deal,” Santegoeds stated in a recent podcast appearance.
Initial Denial and Subsequent Confirmation
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Prior to the official announcement, Santegoeds publicly dismissed reports of a separation, attributing them to inaccurate information. He claimed Paay had assured him the couple remained together, stating, “So we no longer have to worry about that.” This assertion was based on a direct conversation with Paay herself, according to Santegoeds.
A Matter of Trust and Editorial Integrity
Santegoeds admitted to feeling “a bit embarrassed” when the divorce was confirmed. When asked if he felt anger towards Paay, he responded with amusement, stating, “People say that I am angry with her or pissed. funny, I like it. I like it part of the deal.” He explained that his publication’s policy is to verify information directly with sources, and if those sources provide false information, it is indeed their responsibility to manage the narrative.
“We sometimes get the reproach that we just write that,” Santegoeds explained. “We don’t do that. We call people and if they lie about it, then they have to do it nicely, but the truth usually comes to the fore, especially if it is indeed just clear if you have been apart for months.”
Acceptance and Understanding
Santegoeds expressed understanding regarding paay’s decision to control the timing of the announcement. “If Patricia wants to choose the moment for that and only want to tell that she is divorced when she is divorced, then that is her right, I think,” he said.He further added, “I am not pissed off about that and I have to laugh about it. We now know Patricia a bit and it is indeed not stitched in her first lie.”
The separation marks the end of a relationship that garnered significant media attention due to the age difference between Paay and Hinfelaar. Further details regarding the terms of the separation have not been released.
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