In a dramatic political defection that has sent shockwaves through Poland's conservative circles, MP Krzysztof Klos has abruptly resigned from the hard-right Konfederacja party following his romantic involvement with Italian intersex model and reality television personality Valentina 'Eva' D'Ettore.
A Clash of Ideology and Personal Life
The 34-year-old politician's decision comes after his relationship with the 26-year-old model became public knowledge, creating an irreconcilable conflict with his party's staunchly traditionalist and homophobic platform. Konfederacja has consistently positioned itself as a defender of "traditional family values" and has been openly hostile toward LGBTQ+ rights.
Mr Klos, who represented the city of Łódź, confirmed his resignation in an official statement, acknowledging that his personal life had become "incompatible" with the party's ideological stance. The move represents a significant blow to the nationalist party, which has built its reputation on social conservatism.
Who is Valentina 'Eva' D'Ettore?
Valentina D'Ettore, known professionally as Eva, is an Italian model and television personality who has appeared on Italy's version of the reality show "Big Brother." She has been open about being intersex—born with variations in sex characteristics that do not fit typical binary notions of male or female bodies.
The model has spoken publicly about undergoing surgery as a teenager to affirm her female identity and has become a visible figure in discussions about intersex rights and awareness. Her relationship with the Polish politician has been documented on social media, showing the couple vacationing together in romantic locales.
Political Repercussions and Public Reaction
The resignation has sparked intense debate within Polish political circles about the consistency of ideological principles versus personal relationships. Supporters of Mr Klos have praised his willingness to prioritize personal happiness over political alignment, while critics within his former party have viewed the relationship as a betrayal of their core values.
Political analysts suggest this incident highlights growing tensions within right-wing parties across Europe as they navigate changing social attitudes while maintaining traditional platforms. The scandal comes at a sensitive time for Polish politics, with ongoing debates about LGBTQ+ rights and equality measures within the country.
Neither Mr Klos nor Ms D'Ettore has indicated what future plans they might pursue, either politically or personally, following this very public chapter in their lives.
