Eddie Valentin goes viral after Trisha Paytas spotlights his Albuquerque bling line

Eddie Valentin is fielding a surge of online attention after Trisha Paytas, a globally known influencer, posted about his Albuquerque bling line earlier this year. Valentin, who designs the clothing and jewelry, described himself as the “king of bling” in an interview on KRQE’s series “The Influencers.”

Host and digital producer Mercedes Gonzales-Bazan sat down with Valentin to talk about his growing fashion line and his experience on reality television. Valentin is seen online as @eddievalentinofficial and @eddievalentinfashion.

Valentin recalled that Paytas visited Albuquerque, New Mexico for the first time in February 2026 and posted about his clothing line, sending his brand into viral circulation. He also reflected on his connections to reality television stars and their support of his brand.

“The Influencers” features chats with content creators who shape what audiences see online. On the show, influencers share the ins and outs of their social media journeys, from going viral to finding their voice through their content.