Cuban influencer La Cintumbare has lashed out at critics following her return to Cuba after being deported from the United States. She made it clear that her detractors are leveraging her name to gain attention on social media.
In a video shared on her Instagram stories, the content creator delivered a strong message to those who criticize her: “Just a question, wasn’t it you, my detractors, who wanted me deported from the United States? Well, that’s already happened, it’s a reality. I am in Cuba, my country, which I love very much. And not just now because I’m here; I’ve always said it, my wine is bitter, but it’s my wine.”
During her tirade, La Cintumbare expressed her frustration with those who, according to her, only talk about her to gain notoriety online: “You got what you wanted, right? I’m in Cuba, I’ve been deported. Now what? What do you want, to deport me from Cuba too? How come! Leave me alone, let me live my life. Wasn’t that what you wanted? Who can understand you? If you don’t talk about me, you don’t make noise; if you don’t talk about me, there are no numbers. You’re becoming famous at the expense of my name.”
Since her deportation to the island last February, La Cintumbare has been highly active on social media, proudly showcasing her daily life in Cuba and claiming she is happy to be in the place where she was born and raised alongside her loved ones.
Recently, during a concert by Alexander Abreu and Havana D’Primera, she took to the stage and declared that she wasn’t deported; she deported herself and is happy to be in her homeland. This statement triggered a wave of criticism from Cubans who argue that she is merely projecting a false image on social media.
Understanding La Cintumbare's Controversies
Why was La Cintumbare deported from the United States?
The specific reasons for La Cintumbare's deportation from the United States have not been publicly disclosed, but it is a fact that she was sent back to Cuba earlier this year.
How has La Cintumbare responded to her critics?
La Cintumbare has responded to critics by expressing her frustration and challenging them to leave her alone, emphasizing that her deportation has already occurred, and they should not continue to criticize her.
What is the public's reaction to La Cintumbare's statements?
Public reaction has been mixed, with many Cubans criticizing her for projecting a false image on social media, while others support her right to express her feelings and live her life in Cuba.