What began as a simple birthday greeting quickly ignited a heated discussion on Instagram. Kuki Delgado celebrated her father Alexander Delgado's 46th birthday with a photo that sparked mixed reactions. In the image, father and daughter share a kiss on the lips, a gesture that rapidly attracted both admiration and criticism.
The response was swift. As Alexander replied with a heartfelt "I love you, daughter," followers flooded the post with comments. Many defended the gesture as a natural expression of familial love. One user remarked, "There's nothing wrong, it's the love between a father and his daughter." Another shared, "I greet my dad with a peck on the lips," while someone else stated, "My daughter is 20 and still gives me pecks when she leaves. It's always been a loving gesture."
Longer comments focused on those perceived as the real culprits of the controversy: those with negative mindsets. "Many criticize parents who kiss their children on the lips, but there's nothing more innocent than a father's love for his child. The issue lies with those who sexualize it," noted one follower. Another agreed, "It looks bad to people with dirty minds."
Personal anecdotes also emerged. "I kiss my siblings, my mother, and my children. It's the purest feeling I express," commented a woman. From a different cultural perspective, one user added, "I was born in the United States and I kiss my parents on the lips. It's sincere and healthy love. Don't mind the criticism, Kuki." Another follower shared her experience: "Everyone criticizes me for kissing my dad on the lips. People have it wrong. This is the best relationship."
Some commenters, while understanding, advised caution in today's world. "There's nothing wrong, but it's important to be mindful with teenagers. It's just about setting boundaries," one user mentioned. To which another replied, "They know their boundaries as father and daughter." Another follower summed it up well: "Everyone views it from their own perspective. If you focus on the love Alex has for his daughter and Kuki has for him, you won't notice the peck."
And, as with any social media platform, there was room for humor. "Alexander, don't be kissing the girl too much, man," joked a follower. Others admired the family bond without engaging in the debate. "They look like siblings. Great connection. Congratulations," someone commented from afar.
This type of controversy is not new among celebrities. Maluma faced questions for a kiss with his mother. Manuel Turizo received similar criticism for an affectionate gesture with his mother. Even David Beckham has had to publicly explain his displays of affection with his daughter.