Sandro Castro, known for his controversial content and connection to Cuba's ruling family, has seemingly urged Donald Trump to bring freedom to the island nation.
A leaked video, reportedly an outtake from one of Castro's comedic sketches, shows the grandson of the late dictator requesting Trump to deliver "freedom... the Statue of Liberty" to Cuba.
This snippet, shared by opposition figure Eliecer Ávila, appears to have been omitted from a recently released video shot in Havana. In this clip, Castro is seen alongside a Donald Trump impersonator who humorously suggests "buying Cuba."
In the final cut of the video, the Trump impersonator, played by Roberto Ferrante, the producer of Planet Records, claims he traveled to Cuba for business, declaring, "I want to buy Cuba."
However, in the excluded fragment, when offered a mere $100 for Cuba, Sandro playfully suggests renaming the Torre K as the Trump Tower. Ultimately, Sandro offers the island to Trump in exchange for the Statue of Liberty.
Fidel Castro's rebellious grandson continues to capture attention. This past weekend, The New York Times published an in-depth profile on Sandro Castro, the 33-year-old grandson of the late dictator. The piece highlights his rise as a prominent figure on Cuban social media, known for his blend of opulence, satire, and subtle critiques of his family's regime.
The article, titled "Fidel Castro's Grandson Sandro Becomes Instagram Influencer," outlines how he has amassed over 150,000 Instagram followers by sharing provocative videos that juxtapose his lavish lifestyle with the hardships faced by most Cubans.
In January, he posted a photo mocking Díaz-Canel with a Cristal beer, captioned: "When I'm with you, I forget that Díaz-Canel is president," a direct jab at the leader that went unpunished.
Sandro, the son of Alexis Castro—identified by the Times as a photographer and Fidel's son—was born in 1991 and owns Bar EFE, located at 23rd and F Street in Vedado. The venue charges a monthly entry fee of 1,000 Cuban pesos and requires a minimum spend of 15,000 pesos per table, an amount equivalent to a couple of months' average salary in Cuba (where the average salary is approximately 6,500 pesos).
In March, he shared an AI-generated photo alongside Barron Trump, son of the former U.S. president.
Understanding Sandro Castro's Influence and Controversies
Who is Sandro Castro?
Sandro Castro is the grandson of Fidel Castro, known for his provocative social media presence and connection to Cuba's ruling family.
What was the content of the leaked video involving Donald Trump?
The leaked video shows Sandro Castro humorously urging a Trump impersonator to bring the Statue of Liberty to Cuba in exchange for the island.
How has Sandro Castro gained popularity on social media?
Sandro Castro has gained popularity by sharing videos that contrast his affluent lifestyle with the struggles faced by ordinary Cubans, attracting over 150,000 followers on Instagram.