A Cuban woman deported to Cancún, Mexico, has ignited controversy within the Cuban TikTok community after releasing a series of videos criticizing Miami-based influencers Ultrack and his partner Claudia Artiles. She accused them of failing to support her request for help in growing her social media presence.
The woman at the center of this drama is Yadi (@yadicool6), a mother of three children who reside in Houston, Texas, while she remains in Mexico creating TikTok content to make ends meet. The conflict began when she joined Ultrack's live stream, hoping for support from the Cuban community. Instead, she left feeling embarrassed after the influencer made a comment about "thieves." Although he insisted it wasn't aimed at her, Yadi perceived it as a direct reference to her past.
Yadi has candidly acknowledged her deportation from the United States due to a felony involving credit card fraud. Rather than hide it, she embraced it as her identity: "I'm Yadi, your favorite deported from the United States. That's my brand, like it or not."
Over four consecutive days, she shared four videos on the topic, amassing over 300,000 combined views. Her bluntest statement was striking: "I thought you would help me rise on social media, but with you, there's nothing but disdain, immorality, disrespect, and degradation."
The controversy escalated when Claudia Artiles joined the fray. According to Yadi, the influencer engaged in gossip about her children, labeling her as "crazy" and "stupid." Claudia countered with a brief 32-second video that went viral, where she repeatedly sang the word "stupid."
Yadi fired back at Claudia, appealing to solidarity among mothers: "Ultrack and Claudia Artiles, as influencers, instead of supporting a mother in the Cuban community, have chosen to undermine and belittle her simply because they don't believe in second chances."
The community's reactions varied widely. Some users backed Yadi, while others urged her to drop the subject. One user's sarcastic summary captured the sentiment: "She wants attention from Ultrack, which she didn't get, and she's still at it."
This episode highlights a genuine debate within the Cuban TikTok community: Do major influencers bear any responsibility to support emerging creators? What are your thoughts on this controversy?
Responsibility of Influencers in the Cuban TikTok Community
Do influencers like Ultrack and Claudia Artiles have a duty to support smaller creators?
While some believe influencers should assist smaller creators as part of their community role, others argue that support should be earned through content quality and engagement rather than obligation.
What impact has Yadi's controversy had on the Cuban TikTok community?
The controversy has sparked discussion about the responsibilities of influencers and highlighted the challenges faced by smaller creators seeking recognition and support.
How did Claudia Artiles respond to Yadi's accusations?
Claudia Artiles replied with a viral video, singing the word "stupid" repeatedly, which added fuel to the controversy and drew further attention to the situation.