Peruvian influencer Francesca Montenegro has been filmed kissing a young man at a concert in Lima, marking her first public appearance since her former partner was jailed over a fatal hit-and-run accident.
Montenegro was seen showing affection and standing close to the unidentified man during a performance by salsa singer Rubén Blades in the Peruvian capital. Footage circulated on social media showed the pair kissing and spending time together throughout the show.
The images attracted widespread attention as they represent one of Montenegro's first public appearances following months of media exposure linked to the case involving her ex-boyfriend, Adrián Villar.
Spectators and online observers described the companion as Montenegro's potential new partner. However, neither Montenegro nor the young man has publicly confirmed that they are in a romantic relationship.
Concert appearance after high-profile tragedy
Montenegro previously dated Adrián Villar, the son of Rubén Villar and stepson of Peruvian journalist Marisel Linares.
Villar became involved in a fatal incident on February 17, 2026, in the district of San Isidro in Lima, where athlete Lizeth Marzano died after being struck by a vehicle.
Following an investigation, judicial authorities identified Villar as responsible for the crash. The Judicial Power ordered Villar to serve nine months of pre-trial detention while proceedings continue.
Pre-trial detention is a legal measure under Peruvian law that holds suspects in custody prior to trial when flight risk or legal criteria are established.
Influencer's statements on the crash
During a televised interview with journalist Milagros Leiva, Montenegro detailed her interactions with Villar immediately after the collision.
Montenegro stated that Villar arrived at her home after the accident occurred and told her that he had had a collision, had fallen asleep at the wheel, and had fled the scene.
According to Montenegro, she urged Villar to turn himself in to law enforcement authorities as soon as she learned what had happened.
Montenegro explained that she decided to end the relationship due to the lies and attitude displayed by Villar and his family after the tragedy.
