In a development captivating public interest, Bill de Blasio, the former Mayor of New York City, has been the subject of media attention due to his personal relationships, particularly with South Tucson Mayor Roxanna Valenzuela. This news comes after de Blasio's separation from Chirlane McCray in 2023, with whom he shares two children.
De Blasio, 64, was previously in a 10-month relationship with progressive activist Nomiki Konst, 41, which reportedly ended unbeknownst to Konst due to the emergence of Valenzuela in de Blasio's life. Sources close to the situation informed the New York Post about the overlapping relationships, suggesting that Konst was unaware of Valenzuela's involvement with de Blasio until their relationship concluded. The news has sparked discussions about the personal life of the public figure, who has been linked to several women since his separation from McCray.
The association between de Blasio and Valenzuela traces back to June, when they first met at a fundraising dinner in Arizona, where both Konst and de Blasio were speakers. A photograph from the event, showing de Blasio and Valenzuela with their arms around each other, was posted by Valenzuela. Despite both Konst and Valenzuela being from Arizona, sources say the relationship between de Blasio and Valenzuela began in New York City.
The connection between de Blasio and Valenzuela seems to have had implications for their professional interactions as well. Reports indicate that Valenzuela arranged a lunch meeting with de Blasio by suggesting Konst's attendance, which was allegedly not the case. This meeting is marked as the starting point of their personal relationship.
De Blasio and Konst were last seen together publicly on October 18 at a No Kings protest. The end of their relationship reportedly occurred sometime between that date and Election Day. Following the revelation of his relationship with Valenzuela, de Blasio canceled a trip to Puerto Rico for the annual SOMOS political retreat, as Valenzuela traveled to New York City.
Amid the unfolding events, sources close to Valenzuela expressed concern about the public attention the relationship has garnered. One source suggested Valenzuela may not have fully grasped the potential impact of her actions. Meanwhile, Billy Peard, the father of Valenzuela's two-year-old daughter, has publicly stated their co-parenting arrangement and support for each other, dismissing any speculations about their marital status.
The public's reaction to de Blasio's romantic life has been mixed, with some expressing sympathy and others concern for the parties involved. McCray's response to the news of de Blasio's relationships was a sympathetic "awww," indicating a supportive stance towards her estranged husband. De Blasio has since publicly addressed the situation, expressing his respect for Konst and his hope for a continued friendship.
