Michelle Renaud during a press conference for the film “Malvada” on December 19, 2022 in Mexico City. (Photo by Jaime Nogales/Medios y Media/Getty Images)
BY Viridiana Lazarini-. After weeks of speculation that kept the media in suspense, Michelle Renaud has decided to put an end to the uncertainty and share the exciting news of her first pregnancy with Matías Novoa.
Through her Instagram account, Michelle Renaud confirmed the news with a message accompanied by a tender picture showing her pregnant belly, closing the curtain on the speculation that has surrounded the couple in recent weeks.
However, this news triggered bittersweet reactions from his followers on the said social network. The publication has so far generated more than 6,000 comments and although there are many congratulatory messages, some people expressed outrage by asking why the couple decided to deny the pregnancy when approached by the press.
Some of the outraged comments included: “So ridiculous arguing with journalists because they asked her if she was pregnant”, “So outraged that you were so outraged when they asked you, ridiculous!!!”, “No , no. A baby is always good news, I don't see why I should deny it.
These interactions open up a debate about the right of women, even as public figures, to decide when and how to announce something as personal and important as a pregnancy.
Simple speculation or media harassment?
Speculation about a possible pregnancy between Michelle and Matías has been dominating the entertainment headlines for several weeks, while Internet users have not been sparing in voicing their suspicions on the couple's social networks.
The intensity of journalistic interest reached its peak on January 23, when the couple were confronted by reporters at Mexico City airport just after returning from a trip. The press's insistence on confirmation led to an awkward moment in which both actors appeared annoyed by the intrusive questions.
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At this moment, when pressed by reporters, the actress expressed her dissatisfaction: “What they are doing is disrespectful to me, here is my son, they are scaring him, please go away.”
Michelle later posted a strong statement on her Instagram Stories about the incident at the airport. In his words, he emphasized the importance of mutual respect between the press and public figures and stressed the need to set boundaries and maintain privacy, especially when it comes to the peace of mind of a minor.
“Press friends: What happened on your part at the airport today was not good. We have been traveling for 16 hours, we are very tired and we came with my son. There is no way to block our way like this, to push ourselves and let what happened happen.
Both my husband and I have always been open to his questions and answered him, (but) when he says “no,” we need to know how to respect minors, maintain order and, above all, not scare them. The most important thing is respect from us to you and vice versa, please never lose it.”
The siege of celebrity privacy by the media
The invasion of celebrity privacy by the media is not a new phenomenon in the entertainment universe. Public figures are often subjected to intrusive questions, making their privacy a precious treasure that even becomes the subject of exclusive content.
But why this persistent insistence and what is the importance of thinking about respecting the privacy of celebrities, especially in such intimate moments as pregnancy? This process, full of emotions and changes, is intended to allow couples to decide when and how to share the news with the world without outside pressure.
The first months of pregnancy are particularly delicate and require caution due to the risks involved. Couples often choose to keep this news within their inner circles until they feel comfortable enough to make it public.
The media pressure on intimate details is not new, but it is important to consider why we should avoid over-persuasion in matters as personal as pregnancy. Recently, other stars have shown the importance of breaking pregnancy news at their own pace and in their own way.
Singer Suki Waterhouse surprised everyone by announcing her pregnancy with actor Robert Pattinson during her performance at the Corona Capital Festival in Mexico, proving that there are authentic and surprising ways to share personal news.
Another notable case is that of the talented Colombian singer Kali Uchis, who kept her pregnancy a secret until the release of her latest album. On her TikTok, she shared a message thanking everyone for respecting her privacy and allowing her to announce something as vulnerable, sacred and personal as a pregnancy.
A romance that began in a soap opera
The spark of love between Michelle Renaud and Matías Novoa was ignited on the set of the soap opera “The Inheritance”, produced by Juan Osorio, in which both are the protagonists.
Although the soap opera was released in March 2022, rumors about a possible romance between the protagonists did not appear for long since recording began in November 2021, which gave rise to accusations and expectations in the media. This period coincided with the end of the previous love relationships of both actors: Michelle Renaud with Danilo Carrera and Matías Novoa, recently divorced from Isabella Castillo.
Despite speculation, both actors initially denied a romance in media interviews. However, the rumors persisted until they finally decided to end their relationship in October 2022 through an exclusive publication for the renowned magazine Hello! to be officially confirmed.
A little over a year later, on December 9, 2023, the couple sealed their love with a beautiful wedding ceremony, making their family official, which by then consisted of four members, adding to the children each previously had.
It was during this emotional celebration that rumors about a possible pregnancy began to circulate. In some photos of the actress, a belly was visible, hinting at the possibility of a new life on the way. After endless speculation and some disagreements with the press, the couple finally confirmed their pregnancy.
This reminds us that pregnancy is a unique chapter in the life of every woman or couple, even celebrities. As viewers and media, it is possible to learn to respect the privacy of those who entertain us and celebrate their personal news when they choose to share it.
