Following an incident in Miami where comedian Alexis Valdés allegedly engaged in physical aggression towards actress Zajaris Fernández during the 2026 World Cup final broadcast, Alex Otaola has expressed his opinion.
Otaola, sharing his thoughts on Instagram, candidly described the situation: "Alexis Valdés publicly assaulted Zajaris, accusing her of being my ally. He hit her phone and physically attacked her multiple times."
According to Otaola, the altercation stemmed from Valdés and his partner Claudia's demand for Zajaris to leave the bar, as they did not want her there.
He also shared a viral video clip of the incident, where Valdés accused Zajaris of being a "bad person" and an "ally of Otaola."
Background of the Conflict
Otaola pointed out that part of Valdés' attack was based on a misunderstanding; he and Zajaris have not spoken in two years. Zajaris herself confirmed this in a live Instagram broadcast.
"I haven't talked to Otaola for two years. Yet, I've continued to support his ideals when they align with mine, because that has nothing to do with it," she stated.
According to Zajaris, the confrontation began when Claudia Valdés approached her, asking her to leave the public venue. Upon her refusal, Claudia questioned, "Do you speak Spanish?"
Details of the Incident
Alexis reportedly returned multiple times, calling Zajaris derogatory names and accusing her of speaking ill of his children. "He said, 'You sided with Otaola and all that crap.' He knocked my phone down, and when I picked it up, I wondered if this was real. He broke it again, damaging both the screen and the rear camera," Zajaris recounted.
Other patrons intervened to separate the parties involved. The police arrived, filed a report, and ordered Alexis and Claudia Valdés to leave the bar.
No arrests were made as Zajaris requested otherwise, despite her lawyer's advice to have Valdés detained. She mentioned a potential financial dispute as the only issue between her and Valdés, which she has never pursued.
Ongoing Tensions with Otaola
The rift between Alexis Valdés and Otaola dates back to 2022, when the influencer accused Valdés of underpaying artists. In late 2025, Valdés retaliated by calling Otaola a "psychopath without empathy or soul" and "one of the worst people Cuba has produced."
Zajaris concluded her account with a resolute statement: "I will not feel frightened or intimidated to go anywhere. My ideals do not define my worth as a person."
Frequently Asked Questions About the Miami Incident
What led to the altercation between Alexis Valdés and Zajaris Fernández?
The incident arose when Alexis Valdés and his partner Claudia demanded that Zajaris Fernández leave the bar, accusing her of being allied with Alex Otaola.
Why did Alex Otaola comment on the altercation?
Otaola commented to clarify misunderstandings regarding his relationship with Zajaris and to address the accusations made by Alexis Valdés.
Were there any legal consequences for the altercation?
No arrests were made; Zajaris requested not to press charges, though her lawyer advised otherwise.