Chacón from Vivir del Cuento experiences his first embarrassment in Miami: "I've already started to feel ashamed in this country."

Cuban comedian Wilber Gutiérrez, famous for his role in Vivir del Cuento, shares his comedic experience of adapting in Miami, where he confuses potato with carrot, generating laughs on social media.


The Cuban comedian Wilber Gutiérrez, known for his portrayal of Heriberto Chacón in the popular series Vivir del Cuento, humorously shared one of his first cultural clashes after arriving in Miami.

Through a video on TikTok, posted on his official account @chaconvivirdelcuento, the actor recounted how he starred in a funny moment at his niece's house.

"I've already started to feel embarrassed in this country," he commented with a laugh while recounting the incident. According to him, he took a piece of salad thinking it was a carrot and started to eat it. It was then that his niece corrected him: "No, uncle, that's potato."

The video has generated numerous reactions on social media, where Gutiérrez's followers have not stopped laughing at his anecdote. Comments like "This happens even to the best" and "Chacón is still Chacón, even in Miami" flood the post, showcasing the affection the audience has for this beloved character.

The experience, although simple, highlights the small moments of adaptation that Cubans go through when they arrive in a new country, even in something as ordinary as a meal. For Wilber, these incidents turn into humorous material that resonates with his audience, both inside and outside of Cuba.

Heriberto Chacón, the character he plays in Vivir del Cuento, is known for his clumsiness and quirky ideas, and it seems that the comedian seizes every opportunity to bring those experiences into real life, eliciting smiles from his followers.

This moment not only strengthens the connection they have with their audience, but also highlights how Cubans manage to find humor even in the challenges of everyday life abroad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wilber Gutiérrez "Chacón" arriving in Miami and his life abroad

Why did Wilber Gutiérrez, known as "Chacón," leave Cuba?

Wilber Gutiérrez left Cuba in search of new opportunities and better living conditions, joining a long list of actors from "Vivir del Cuento" who have emigrated for similar reasons. The economic and social situation in Cuba has driven many professionals in the cultural sector to seek a better life abroad.

How has Wilber Gutiérrez's experience in Miami been?

Wilber Gutiérrez has humorously shared some of his experiences in Miami, such as the cultural shock he experienced when he confused a piece of potato with a carrot. These anecdotes reflect the adaptation of Cubans to a new life abroad, becoming humorous material that resonates with his audience, both inside and outside of Cuba.

What has been the public's reaction to the arrival of "Chacón" in the United States?

The arrival of Wilber Gutiérrez in the United States has been well received by his fans, who have shown support and affection through comments on social media. The audience has appreciated his ability to find humor in everyday situations and has expressed their wish for him to continue entertaining his audience in this new stage of his life.

What impact does the departure of actors from "Vivir del Cuento" have on the program?

The departure of key actors such as Wilber Gutiérrez has impacted the dynamics and continuity of "Vivir del Cuento". The exodus of actors reflects the cultural crisis in Cuba and creates uncertainty about the future of the program, which has been a symbol of everyday humor and social criticism on the island for years.

How has the Cuban regime reacted to the emigration of public figures like Wilber Gutiérrez?

The Cuban regime has displayed a disdainful attitude toward public figures who choose to emigrate, as evidenced by the criticisms on social media following Gutiérrez's arrival in Miami. These attacks reflect the regime's rhetoric against those who choose to denounce the reality of the Cuban political system after leaving the country.

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Yare Grau

Originally from Cuba, but living in Spain. I studied Social Communication at the University of Havana and later graduated in Audiovisual Communication from the University of Valencia. I am currently part of the CiberCuba team as an editor in the Entertainment section.