Britney Spears’ on-again, off-again flame Paul Soliz is facing more personal turmoil—his wife, Nicole Mancilla, just filed for divorce after eight years of marriage. Nicole cited the classic “irreconcilable differences” in her legal docs, officially separating from Paul on June 29, 2023. She’s seeking legal and physical custody of their four kids, while allowing Paul visitation rights. On top of that, Nicole is asking for spousal support but wants the court to block any financial help going to Paul.
Paul, who once worked as a handyman at Britney’s Southern California home, sparked headlines for his relationship with the pop star. Their fling reportedly began while he was employed there, and the two were spotted together in public, including a dramatic incident at Chateau Marmont where paramedics were called. Paul’s wife, Nicole, hasn’t held back, accusing him of putting Britney before his own children, even calling him “the EBT Nick Cannon” due to his financial woes and large number of kids from different relationships.
Nicole, who lives with her mother in Sylmar, California, is frustrated with Paul’s neglect of their children, and her mom, Sandra Smith, backs her up. Sandra has been vocal about Paul’s inability to provide for his children, including their youngest, a one-year-old. The Los Angeles Department for Child Support Services is also after Paul for unpaid child support.
Paul and Britney’s short-lived romance seems to be over, with sources saying Britney only hooked up with him twice before discovering his criminal past. He’s been convicted of disturbing the peace and driving without a license, and even dodged a child endangerment charge through a plea deal. Despite their brief connection, Paul’s drama with Britney and Nicole continues to make waves.
While Paul’s marriage falls apart, and his relationship with Britney fizzles out, he’s left grappling with financial problems and a custody battle. The complexities of his personal life paint a chaotic picture, as he struggles to balance his relationships, responsibilities, and the consequences of his actions.