Uruguayan Masseuse Recants Allegations Against Giuseppe Cipriani

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Uruguayan Masseuse Recants Allegations Against Giuseppe Cipriani

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A Uruguayan masseuse, Graciela Mabel De Los Santos Torres, who stated she worked for nearly two decades at Italian businessman Giuseppe Cipriani’s “Gin Tonic” ranch in Punta del Este, Uruguay, made headlines in May 2026 with allegations of sexual harassment and claims of witnessing private parties involving escorts, alcohol, and drugs. She further implicated Cipriani’s partner, Nicole Minetti, suggesting Minetti was involved in organizing these events and selecting young women. These claims garnered significant attention, particularly in Italy, where Nicole Minetti had received a presidential pardon in April 2026 for a previous conviction related to aiding and abetting prostitution. The new allegations led to questions about the appropriateness of Minetti’s pardon and prompted Italy, through Interpol, to request information from Uruguay concerning Cipriani, Minetti, and a child adoption process.

The situation took a new turn in June 2026 when reports emerged that Graciela Mabel De Los Santos Torres had formally retracted her statements. She reportedly signed a sworn affidavit before a notary in Uruguay, asserting that she had no knowledge of alleged parties or prostitution occurring at the “Gin Tonic” ranch. Following the initial allegations, Giuseppe Cipriani and Nicole Minetti announced their intention to pursue legal action for defamation against media outlets that published the claims, seeking substantial damages. Beyond these specific allegations, Cipriani has been

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