Peso Pluma's Girlfriend: The Musician Sparked Dating Rumors after Collaborating with Dania Mendez
Although Peso Pluma declared no interest in gossip or "clout," the artist is aware of the public's interest in his personal life. He was recently linked to TV personality Dania Mendez; however, the rumored couple has stayed mum on their relationship.
In early May 2023, Dania Mendez posted a TikTok video of herself enjoying a swim at a beach in the Dominican Republic town of Punta Cana. The influencer donned a brown knitted two-piece with sunglasses, with her long dark her swept to one side.
The clip showed her strolling away from the waves and kneeling on the sand to inscribe the word "Bye." Dania Mendez tagged Peso Pluma in the caption with a brown heart emoji, and the video went viral, immediately leading to dating speculations.
Peso Pluma performs during a concert at Plaza de Toros on March 31, 2023, in Cancun, Mexico. | Source: Getty Images
Dania Mendez and Peso Pluma Collaborated on the Singer's Most Recent Music Video
The "Bye" that Mendez inscribed on the sand in her video was the title of the tune that played in the background of the 14-second teaser for Pluma's then-upcoming song and music video.
On the same day Mendez posted the clip, Pluma shared one on his TikTok account in what appeared to be a similar location. Some fans assumed Mendez would be Pluma's love interest in the full music video.
While the rest wondered if the two were more than friends in real life, the Mexican musician proved the speculations right as Mendez was his love interest in the video, and they were seen kissing.
Fans Speculate the Nature of Dania Mendez and Peso Pluma's Relationship
Later in May 2023, Pluma and Mendez were seen holding hands at an airport after flying in from the Dominican Republic, further fueling the dating speculations. Fans took to Twitter to discuss the rumored romance.
One cried, "Peso Pluma has a girlfriend, and it's not me??? BRB, I'm gonna go kms," while another wrote (seemingly throwing shade), "Peso Pluma got money, and the only place he takes his girlfriends are to Disneyland [...]."
Before the rumors began, one user tweeted, "Alright, let me stop hyping peso pluma up so much, cause why I dream that man asked me to be his girlfriend. (sic)" Another pleaded, "Please, God, make me the Peso Pluma's girlfriend." At this time, the rumors remain unconfirmed.
Peso Pluma performs onstage during the 2023 Latin American Music Awards on April 20, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada. | Source: Getty Images
Peso Pluma Has No Interest in Social Media Gossip
Pluma was exposed to many cultures growing up, and they influenced his personality and musical taste. He simultaneously developed a liking for Mexican music and hip-hop, from Ariel Camacho to Jay-Z, Kanye West, and Bad Bunny.
May 2023 was an eventful month for the singer, as in addition to his dating rumors, he became the first regional Mexican artist to appear on "The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon." With growing fame, however, often comes immense pressure and public scrutiny.
Peso Pluma at the 2023 Latin American Music Awards on April 20, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada. | Source: Getty Images
At one point, netizens were pinning Pluma and Bunny against one another. Speaking about the matter, Pluma said he had a lot of respect for Bunny, describing him as "incredibly mature and kind."
He also acknowledged the pressure of constantly being in the spotlight, saying, "I definitely feel a lot of eyes on me, but what's important is to stay focused. I have no interest in gossip or clout." Pluma added that he planned to speak only through his music.