The virtual representation of El Taiger using artificial intelligence during the concert of Charly and Johayron at the Watsco Center in Miami has sparked ongoing controversy. Teresa María Padrón, the former representative of the late artist, has voiced her disapproval through a series of Instagram stories, criticizing the unauthorized tribute.
"Last night's event (though beautiful and moving) was not approved by the mothers or the estate," Padrón stated. "The right to do something like this belongs to them, not to others." Her strong messages questioned the legitimacy of using AI to recreate El Taiger on stage, emphasizing that the event organizers were informed beforehand that they did not have the rights to use his image.
"Everyone involved in the event was notified days before that they didn't have permission to do this, yet they went ahead. So, who's in the wrong here?" she questioned. Padrón made it clear that her priority is the well-being of José, his children, and his family above all else.
Far from seeking attention, Teresa stressed that her sole motivation is the welfare of the artist's family, particularly his children. "I don't care about pleasing the artists and their teams. I care about doing things right and always looking out for José, his children, and his family above everything else," she added.
She further noted in another post that "José is only remembered at concerts, but in nothing else. Stop making excuses for convenience. Enough!" Teresa emphasized that any use of El Taiger's image should be conducted with respect and legality, and should directly benefit his children, who were left unprotected after his passing.
"José left behind four kids that need support. The right to do something like this belongs to them. No one is taking care of the children or his family. Therefore, it's unjust to use his image, let alone create an AI version of him," she argued.
Padrón also defended those who have genuinely fought for El Taiger: "The people who have legally fought the hardest for José have been the Barreto lawyers. Don't speak about people you don't know or about what they've done for José, his children, and his family. Show some respect!"
With the slogan "Always José," reiterated in all her posts, Teresa underscored her commitment to preserving the legacy of the reggaeton artist and his family.
Questions About the AI Tribute Controversy
Why was the AI tribute to El Taiger controversial?
The tribute was controversial because it was conducted without the approval of El Taiger's family or estate, raising questions about the legitimacy and ethics of using his image without permission.
What was Teresa Padrón's main concern about the tribute?
Teresa Padrón was primarily concerned with ensuring that any use of El Taiger's image is respectful and legal, benefiting his children and family, who were left vulnerable after his death.