Rachel Arderi has made a return to social media alongside fellow Cuban influencers Samantha Espiñeira, Gloria Estefany, and Amanda Díaz. In a street-recorded video, they are seen laughing while using a clip from Rachel's post-accident audio where she stated, “I've always tried to be more essence than appearance.” This particular audio sparked a controversy with Kenny Robert, who has now chosen to re-upload the parody he initially took down out of respect for the model.
The scene, depicting the four young women in a carefree and jubilant manner, stands in stark contrast to Rachel's earlier displeasure over Kenny’s imitation. What seemed like a resolved issue has reignited following the video posted by the Cuban influencers, which notably has its comments disabled.
Kenny's reaction was swift. Not only did he re-upload the original video he had previously removed, but he also created a new version using his own voice to mimic Rachel. This act was perceived as a direct response to Rachel's video with her friends.
Many users applauded the comeback of his content, while others saw Rachel's actions as contradictory: if she’s now using the audio humorously, why was she upset about the original parody? Kenny's re-uploaded video amassed thousands of comments, predominantly in his support: “You did the right thing by reposting it; you never should have deleted it,” “We were waiting for you,” “They unfollowed each other; the friendship is over,” “You’re the best; if they don’t like it, they shouldn’t watch.”
Some followers pointed to Rachel's change of heart as inconsistent: “She mocks herself, but when you do it, she gets offended,” “She tried to take credit, but it backfired.” Rumors even circulated that Rachel and Kenny unfollowed each other on Instagram, sparking speculation about a potential permanent rift in their relationship.
Just days earlier, Kenny had mentioned that he removed the original video out of respect for Rachel, acknowledging she was going through an emotionally challenging time. “I value the friendship I have with her more than the video,” he stated in an interview.
Now, with the model's shift in stance and her use of the same audio with other influencers, Kenny seems to stand by his unfiltered humor style, further buoyed by strong support from his community. It’s clear the conflict has reignited social media, dividing opinions and creating a viral sensation that underscores how, in the influencer world, stories often don’t end where one might expect.
Influencer Drama: Key Questions Answered
Why did Kenny Robert initially remove the parody video?
Kenny Robert initially removed the parody video out of respect for Rachel Arderi, who was experiencing an emotionally difficult time.
What caused the recent resurgence of the controversy?
The controversy reignited after Rachel Arderi and her friends used the post-accident audio humorously in a video, prompting Kenny to repost and update his parody.
How did social media users react to Kenny's re-uploaded video?
Most social media users supported Kenny's decision to re-upload the video, with many praising his boldness and reaffirming his comedic style.