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Yakelín La Pandemia's Christmas: "Cubans Are Desperate for Anything"

Friday, December 27, 2024 by Sofia Valdez

The Cuban comedic character Yakelín La Pandemia, portrayed by actor Ernesto González Umpierre from Matanzas, has released a fresh video detailing how she is "celebrating" Christmas in Cuba. "I went out with this festive look, and some guy was practically devouring me with his eyes. Cubans are desperate for anything these days," Yakelín quipped.

In this amusing sketch, she highlights several of the pressing issues plaguing Cuba, such as the lack of fuel for cooking. She humorously mentions needing a lumberjack, since many families are forced to cook with wood. Additionally, she touches on the severe food shortages, joking, "I don’t care about the fridge; I use it as a shoe rack."

Ernesto González Umpierre, widely recognized as El Flacomímico, frequently shares humor-laden videos that critique the current situation in Cuba. Last November, he released a video expressing his concern over the massive exodus from the Island while subtly addressing the issue of scarcity by saying that when the sun sets in Havana, he feels "a burning hunger in his stomach."

El Flacomímico rose to fame with his character Yakelín La Pandemia years ago through the viral video "Muertecita de miedo," where he narrated how he managed to escape a sexual predator in Havana. The video became a sensation on social media, garnering over 5,000 views on YouTube.

Key Issues in Cuba Highlighted by Yakelín La Pandemia

What are the main issues Yakelín La Pandemia addresses in her videos?

Yakelín La Pandemia addresses issues such as the scarcity of food and fuel, as well as the struggles of daily life in Cuba.

Who is Ernesto González Umpierre?

Ernesto González Umpierre, also known as El Flacomímico, is a Cuban actor famous for his comedic character Yakelín La Pandemia.

How did Yakelín La Pandemia become popular?

Yakelín La Pandemia became popular through the viral video "Muertecita de miedo," where she humorously recounts escaping a predator in Havana.

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