Over the weekend, host Alex Otaola launched a scathing attack on Mexican YouTuber Luisito Comunica following his recent visit to Cuba. Otaola initiated a social media campaign urging Luisito to "tell the truth" about the hardships faced by the Cuban people.
During a YouTube broadcast, Otaola dubbed the influencer "Luisito Comunista," accusing him of collaborating with the Cuban dictatorship by not shedding light on the actual living conditions in Cuba. "Luisito doesn't communicate, Luisito... does nothing," Otaola quipped, criticizing the Mexican YouTuber, known for showcasing poverty and inequality worldwide, for being evasive about the Cuban reality.
Otaola further suggested that Luisito Comunica might be under pressure from Cuba's State Security. He alleged that the influencer's previous trips to the island involved indiscretions that are now being used as leverage. "Luisito Comunica is being blackmailed, I assure you. He must have slipped up on past visits, and it's all on record. They told him, 'Luisito, remember when you came to Cuba? Check out this little video you haven't seen...,'" Otaola claimed, referring to supposed incriminating footage held by State Security.
With over 44 million followers on his channel, Luisito Comunica is a pivotal figure in creating viral content about social realities across various nations. Otaola pointed out the inconsistency between Luisito's usual content—exploring impoverished neighborhoods and marginalized areas—and the superficial approach he appears to be taking in Cuba.
"You're participating in a lie. You're jeopardizing your credibility. If you don't reveal the truth about Cuban life, you'll be a fraud," Otaola warned. He urged his followers to flood Luisito's social media with the hashtag #CubaEsUnaDictadura.
The activist noted that several Cuban influencers, including Brian from "Hacer Pensante," have joined the effort to pressure Luisito Comunica into breaking his silence and depicting the island's reality.
Otaola called on his more than 14,000 live viewers to actively participate in this movement on platforms like Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok.
As of now, Luisito Comunica has neither responded to the criticism nor posted any critical content regarding Cuba.
FAQs about Otaola's Criticism of Luisito Comunica
Why did Alex Otaola criticize Luisito Comunica?
Alex Otaola criticized Luisito Comunica for allegedly failing to portray the genuine living conditions in Cuba and accused him of collaborating with the Cuban regime by not addressing the nation's issues.
What accusations did Otaola make against Luisito Comunica?
Otaola accused Luisito Comunica of being evasive in Cuba, potentially being blackmailed by State Security, and warned that his credibility was at stake if he didn't reveal the truths about Cuban life.
Has Luisito Comunica responded to Otaola's claims?
As of now, Luisito Comunica has not responded to the criticisms or posted any content critical of Cuba.