Life moves fast. One minute you're the matriarch of the most famous (and controversial) family on YouTube, and the next, you're starting over in the middle of the Amazon rainforest. Honestly, if you told a Catherine Paiz fan three years ago that she’d be married to a Brazilian tattoo artist named Igor Ten and expecting a fourth baby by early 2026, they probably wouldn’t have believed you. But here we are.
The transition from the high-drama world of the ACE Family to the relatively low-key, spiritual life Catherine lives now has been a trip. People still have questions. Who is this guy? Is he just a rebound? How does Austin feel about it? Basically, everyone wants to know if this new chapter is the real deal or just another social media pivot.
The Amazon Meeting and the "Tarzan" Connection
Catherine didn't find Igor on a dating app or at some glitzy LA party. She actually met him during a 10-day spiritual retreat in the heart of the Amazon in Brazil. At the time, she was fresh off her split from Austin McBroom and was pretty vocal about the fact that she thought she’d be alone forever. She wasn't looking for a "new dad" for the kids; she was just trying to find herself again.
Igor Ten is a celebrated tattoo artist and painter based in Rio de Janeiro. He’s known for his intricate black-and-grey work, but also for something called The Reviver Project, which helps breast cancer survivors rebuild their confidence through reconstruction tattoos.
- Nationality: Brazilian (with Taiwanese roots from his father's side).
- Profession: Tattoo artist, painter, and spiritualist.
- The Vibe: Catherine jokingly calls him "Tarzan" because he grew up surrounded by nature, animals, and trees.
When they first met, Igor barely spoke English. They spent their early days communicating through translation apps on their phones. It sounds like something out of a rom-com, but Catherine mentioned on the Call Her Daddy podcast that the language barrier actually helped them build a deeper emotional connection because they couldn't rely on small talk.
Turning the Page on the ACE Family Era
For years, Catherine’s life was synonymous with Austin McBroom and the 18 million subscribers who followed their every move. The January 2024 divorce announcement was a massive shock to the system, but the details that came out later were even heavier. Catherine eventually revealed that the marriage had become more of a business partnership and alleged that Austin had been unfaithful with numerous women.
By the time she debuted Igor on Instagram in November 2024, she seemed like a different person. She wasn't posting the frantic, high-energy content people were used to. Instead, she was talking about "5D living," meditation, and feeling safe for the first time in a long while.
Some fans were skeptical. They saw the 11/11 post—the date she went public—and thought it was too "calculated" for someone claiming to be over the influencer game. But if you look at the timeline, it’s clear she was moving on her own schedule.
- January 2024: Divorce announcement.
- November 2024: First "soft launch" of Igor on Instagram.
- February 2025: Igor proposes on Valentine’s Day (they kept this private for months).
- September 2025: The big reveal and the wedding in a stunning church ceremony.
- November 2025: Pregnancy announcement.
What Most People Get Wrong About Igor and the Kids
One of the biggest talking points is how Igor fits in with Elle, Alaïa, and Steel. People love to project drama onto these situations, assuming Austin would be furious or that Igor is overstepping.
In reality, Austin actually spoke about Igor on his Outside Voices podcast. He called him a “great guy” and admitted that the engagement made sense. Because Igor isn't from the U.S., the marriage "needed to happen sooner than later" for legal reasons, but Austin's main focus was on the fact that Igor has been great with the kids.
Igor has been very open about his love for Catherine's children. He’s described the experience of becoming a step-father figure as "transformative." It’s rare to see a public breakup stay this civil, especially when there’s a new spouse involved so quickly. They all live within minutes of each other in Los Angeles to keep the co-parenting smooth.
The 2026 Pregnancy and the "Controlling" Controversy
In late 2025, Catherine dropped the news that she was pregnant with her fourth child—her first with Igor. This should have been a purely happy moment, but the internet always finds a way to be the internet.
A bit of drama kicked off when Catherine mentioned they are waiting until the birth to find out the baby's gender. Since this is Igor’s first biological child, some fans jumped on her, calling her "controlling" and saying she was denying him the chance to have a big gender reveal. Igor actually had to step in on social media to defend her, explaining that he’s totally on board with the "surprise" element.
It’s interesting to see how the "new" Catherine handles this. In the old days, a controversy like this would have turned into a three-part YouTube series with a dramatic thumbnail. Now? She mostly just posts a picture of her garden or a clip of her and Igor meditating and moves on.
Why This Relationship Is Different
If you’ve followed Catherine since the beginning, the difference in her energy is wild. With Austin, everything was "maximalist." The houses were too big, the cars were too loud, and the drama was constant.
With Igor, it’s all about:
- Spirituality: They both meditate daily.
- Privacy: While they still post, it feels less like a performance.
- Stability: Catherine has mentioned that she finally feels "safe" and "fulfilled" rather than "empty."
Igor seems to ground her. He isn't trying to be a YouTube star. He’s an artist who seems perfectly happy letting Catherine take the lead on social media while he focuses on his tattoos and his paintings.
Actionable Insights for Following the Journey
If you’re trying to keep up with Catherine and Igor without getting lost in the tabloid noise, here is how to navigate the current state of their world:
- Watch the Platforms: Catherine has moved away from the "ACE Family" style of YouTube. If you want the real updates, her Instagram Stories and her infrequent vlogs on her personal channel are where the actual life updates happen.
- Check the Facts: Don't believe every "spill sesh" video you see on TikTok. Much of the drama regarding Igor being a "rebound" ignores the fact that they have been together for well over a year and are now legally married with a baby on the way.
- The Memoir: If you want the deepest dive into her headspace during the transition from Austin to Igor, she released a memoir called Dolores: My Journey Home in May 2025. It covers the infidelity she faced and why she chose a completely different path with her new husband.
- Support the Art: Igor is still a working artist. You can follow his professional work at CAM Supply or through his own social channels to see the "Reviver Project" updates, which gives a lot of context to his character beyond just being "Catherine's husband."
The story of Catherine Paiz and Igor Ten isn't just about a celebrity moving on. It’s a pretty solid example of someone hitting rock bottom in the public eye and deciding to build a completely different house on the same foundation. Whether you’re a fan or a critic, you’ve got to admit that the shift from "YouTube Prankster" to "Amazonian Soulmate" is one of the more interesting rebrands in recent history.
To stay truly updated on their next chapter, you can monitor Catherine's personal brand "August" or check Igor's portfolio for his latest gallery showings in LA, as the couple continues to blend their creative lives.
Next Steps: You can follow Catherine’s personal Instagram for glimpses of her 2026 pregnancy journey or look into Igor’s "The Reviver Project" to see the philanthropic work he’s continuing in the States.