A young Cuban woman, known on TikTok as @doris.hernandez618, recently shared a video that quickly went viral as she recounted an intriguing encounter with reggaeton artist Jacob Forever. She claimed she turned down a $100 tip from him during an event in 2018.
"Everyone's talking about Jacob Forever now, but I've never shared how I had the luxury of saying no to him," the young woman began in her video posted on the popular Chinese social media platform.
According to her account, she was working as a VIP host at a Miami nightclub called Dimension Event during a concert known as the Cubadonazo. Her duties included attending to artists and providing them with beverages before their performances.
"There were no dressing rooms. The event was at the Hard Rock Arena, and I had to serve the artists before they performed. He was sitting on a bench, and I went to bring him water. When I handed him the cold water, he offered me $100 as a tip. And I had the luxury of saying no," she explained.
The young woman clarified that her refusal wasn't out of disdain but rather respect: "How could I accept a $100 tip from such a famous artist who represents Cuba?" she added.
The video, which has garnered thousands of views, has sparked mixed reactions. Some viewers commend her for her gesture, while others argue that she should have accepted the money as a token of the artist's appreciation.
Jacob Forever, known for hits like "Hasta que se seque el malecón" and "La dura," has yet to publicly respond to the story. However, the incident has reignited interest in him among fans of Cuban urban music.
Insights on the Viral Encounter with Jacob Forever
Why did the young woman refuse Jacob Forever's tip?
She refused the tip out of respect, feeling that accepting money from such a famous artist who represents Cuba wouldn't be appropriate.
What was the young woman's role at the event?
She worked as a VIP host at the Hard Rock Arena, responsible for attending to artists and providing them with beverages before their performances.
Has Jacob Forever responded to the viral video?
As of now, Jacob Forever has not publicly responded to the story, but it has brought him back into the spotlight among fans of Cuban urban music.