The renowned Cuban comedic duo Los Pichy Boys has issued a strong message against actress Ana de Armas following the revelation of her relationship with Manuel Anido Cuesta, son of Lis Cuesta, the current partner of Cuban ruler and dictator Miguel Díaz-Canel.
Through a post on their official Instagram account, Los Pichy Boys harshly criticized the actress, describing her romantic relationship as a "betrayal" to the Cuban people.
In the message, the duo expressed their discontent with strong words: "You are a disgrace to all Cubans, Ana. Among so many men in the world, you choose to get involved with the Canel family, the very ones who have our people suffering."
Additionally, they noted that De Armas's attitude reflects an alleged lack of solidarity with the situation faced by Cubans, especially following the historic protests of July 11, 2021 (11J).
The Pichy Boys also mentioned the recent parties hosted by the actress in Havana, which they described as an example of her disconnection from the reality of her homeland.
Ana de Armas has been spotted with the son of Lis Cuesta, the wife of the Cuban dictator. You are an embarrassment to all Cubans, Ana. Among so many men in the world, you choose to get involved with someone from the Canel family, the very ones who have our people suffering. That's why you have never spoken and will never speak in favor of your people.
There are the parties in Havana, with all the fanfare, alongside your friends from Cuba and those from Miami who are coming to see you. I knew it: after your friends from Miami were in tears on July 11, now they can enter Cuba as if nothing happened. You’re connected, and it seems they are too.
"What a great shame, gentlemen! I hope the people of Cuba never forget this betrayal."
The duo's reaction reflects a sentiment shared by many in the Cuban diaspora, who see this relationship as an indirect show of support for the Cuban government. For now, Ana de Armas has not made any public comment about it.
The relationship between Ana de Armas and Manuel Anido Cuesta has sparked controversy, as Anido Cuesta is known for his close ties to the political power in Cuba, being the son of Lis Cuesta, a cultural advisor to the Cuban regime. This personal connection has been interpreted by some as the actress taking a stance in a sensitive political and social context.
The message from Los Pichy Boys quickly went viral, sparking an intense debate on social media. While some users support the criticisms of De Armas, others defend the actress's right to keep her personal life separate from politics.
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