Who is Armando Perez? The surf instructor spotted with Ellie Goulding

ELLIE Goulding set tongues wagging when she was spotted getting close to a hunky surfer in Costa Rica.

The singer was seen frolicking in the waves with Armando Perez.

Who is Armando Perez?

Armando Perez is a surfing instructor who is known for his celebrity clients.

He has gained an impressive reputation in Costa Rica and runs a surf school with his brother that previously attracted another A-list singer to its ranks. 

In February 2024, Armando was spotted kissing and cuddling singer Ellie Goulding.

He was seen getting cosy with the star as he gave her a surfing lesson.

An insider said: “Ellie and Armando seemed very into each other. 

“They share a lot of interests including their love of nature and the ocean.

“Armando runs a surf school on the beach with his brother and he has been giving Ellie lessons.

“When Armando wasn’t teaching Ellie, he couldn’t keep his hands off her and pulled her in for a hug and a kiss.

“Ellie looked blissfully happy and was laughing and joking with him as they messed around in the sea.”

Who else has Armando Perez been romantically been linked to?

It was revealed that Shakira was previously one of Armando’s students.

She was spotted getting a lesson with him in June 2024.

The Colombian icon was taken out by a wave as she went surfing, with Armando on hand to get her back on her feet.

How long have Ellie Goulding and Casper Jopling been together?

Caspar and Ellie married on August 31, 2019, in York.

The couple rented out Castle Howard, a posh stately home located in Yorkshire, for their reception.

Ellie and Caspar spared no expense for their 300 guests, with reports suggesting that that the couple spent an astounding £20,000 just on their flower arrangements.

In June 2023, nearly four years after their wedding, it was reported that Caspar and Ellie were taking some time apart.

Is Ellie Goulding still married to Casper Jopling?

The Sun first reported in summer 2023 that Ellie’s marriage to art dealer Caspar Jopling had run into trouble. 

Despite both removing their wedding rings, those close to the couple insisted there was “no discussion of divorce”.

However, the source confirmed to The Sun that Ellie and Caspar are still in the process of splitting following their marriage difficulties.

Is Armando Perez related to Pitbull?

Armando is not related to Pitball, but they do share the same name.

The rapper was born Armando Christian Pérez on January 15, 1981.

The star is best known for his songs Feel This Moment, Give Me Everything, and Rain On Me.