A Cuban TikToker is making waves on the platform due to his striking resemblance to the late Cuban singer José Manuel Carbajal, better known as El Taiger. Going by the username @giorkisneislanlarlbma, this individual has captivated fans of La Tranka with his uncanny likeness, even sporting some of the same tattoos as the artist. Enthralled fans have flooded his videos with comments of amazement and admiration.
In his TikTok posts, the lookalike doesn't just resemble the beloved singer; he also uses El Taiger's songs as background music. The resemblance is so strong that some viewers have confessed, "Your videos give me chills," reflecting the profound impact of his likeness. This Cuban has struck a chord with El Taiger's followers, with several of his videos going viral as fans urge him to keep posting to honor the singer's memory.
Comments from fans are both heartfelt and emotional: "If I saw you on the street, I'd feel so happy because I'd be seeing El Taiger in you, but I'd also cry tears of joy for having a glimpse of him," wrote one follower. Another exclaimed, "Wow, if I hadn't read the comments, I wouldn't realize you're not El Taiger. You're identical, God bless! Rest in peace, La Tranka of my country." Others have expressed, "Don't stop, please. Seeing you is like seeing him, thank you," and "You remind us of El Taiger and keep his memory alive with your resemblance."
The viral sensation on TikTok has caught the attention of thousands, who eagerly await what new content the lookalike will share next. Fans have expressed a deep sense of nostalgia and emotion, with comments like "It's exciting to know someone looks so much like La Tranka of my country. What is loved is never forgotten. You've come to stay forever, Taiger," and "He even has our tiger's tattoos." This phenomenon speaks to the enduring legacy of El Taiger, as both fans and the lookalike mourn his loss and cherish his memory.