In Miami, former Cuban broadcaster Alejandro Quintana has moved thousands with his heartfelt tribute to elderly immigrants. His TikTok video, where he reads a letter dedicated to these "invisible heroes," has garnered over 46,000 views and has brought tears to grandparents, parents, and grandchildren alike.
"Dear grandparents, parents, and mothers, to those whom borders could not stop, I write to you today with my heart in my hands," begins Alejandro, in what has become one of the most touching videos you will see today. With words filled with nostalgia and gratitude, he acknowledges the sacrifice of those who arrived in a new country to be with their loved ones, leaving behind their homes, customs, and homeland. "You came to this country no longer young, but with the scars of a life full of struggle."
The reactions were swift and emotional. "You reminded me of my parents. My mother came here at 50 and built her retirement here. She prayed for strength because I was left behind," commented one user, teary-eyed. Another person confessed, "I crossed the border at 57 for my children and granddaughter. I saw myself in every word."
Posted on his TikTok account @alequintanaoficial, Alejandro's video has already received over 1,300 comments, most expressing gratitude and deep emotion. "Thank you, young man, for remembering us. We are here, very tired, but here," commented another user, while a follower simply summarized, "You made me cry."
Acknowledging the Strength of Elderly Immigrants
"This country is richer because you are here," Alejandro states in one of the most poignant moments of his letter. "Not because you brought material wealth, but because you brought the richness of your stories, cultures, and traditions."
This tribute has resonated deeply with thousands of immigrants who, as Alejandro mentions, crossed borders not for riches but to be with their children and grandchildren, often remaining invisible to the rest. His letter serves as a reminder of the sacrifice, nostalgia, and loneliness they endure daily, but also of the strength and love that keep them going.