Nicole Kimpel imposed a significant condition on Antonio Banderas before agreeing to become his girlfriend, a revelation made by the Spanish actor as the couple marks a decade together this year.
The longstanding relationship between Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith came to an end in June 2014 after nearly two decades together. While various factors contributed to their separation, including the actress's struggles with addiction, rumors circulated at the time about a third party named Nicole Kimpel.
Unexpectedly, Nicole Kimpel became a lasting presence in the life of the Malaga-born actor. The couple, now firmly established, is on the brink of celebrating their tenth anniversary, though marriage remains an undecided prospect for them.
Antonio Banderas and Nicole Kimpel faced speculation and hypotheses surrounding the initiation of their romance, especially given the proximity to Banderas' separation from Melanie Griffith. Rumors suggested that Nicole might have been the cause of the breakup or that their relationship wouldn't last long, insinuating the actor's reluctance to start anew.
Contrary to assumptions, Antonio Banderas clarified in an interview with 'Hello!' that Nicole was not the reason for his divorce. Their acquaintance began at the Cannes Festival before his divorce proceedings, but both recognized the situation's complexities, considering he was still married.
However, Nicole Kimpel played a significant role in expediting the divorce, according to Banderas, who revealed in the same interview that she issued an ultimatum. She insisted he first resolve his marital situation before pursuing a relationship, debunking the notion that external factors were responsible for the marriage dissolution.
While Antonio Banderas and Nicole Kimpel remain a committed couple, they have yet to embrace the idea of marriage. The actor, scarred by his past experiences, is hesitant to walk down the aisle again, considering it a traumatic event for him and his family.
In an interview with the American magazine Porter, Melanie Griffith opened up about her struggles with drug addiction over three decades ago, shedding light on the challenges she faced while raising her children. Griffith admitted that her marriage with Antonio fell apart not due to blame but because she felt trapped during that difficult period in her life.
