Eduardo Antonio took to social media to criticize comedian Ariel Mancebo, accusing him of homophobia over a comment he made on a photo of Eduardo with Pollito Tropical during the latter's perfume launch.
"I hope they don't reproduce!" were the words Mancebo used when sharing the photo of El Divo and Pollito Tropical on his Facebook profile.
In the comments on the post, Eduardo Antonio responded: “It would be great if there were more people like us; we are more talented than you. Just look, you have to post our photo to get sound and views because you don't have any talent.”
"We are successful, prosperous, with money if you don't understand. Moreover, loved by many, cherished by some, and criticized by others, but never ignored. And to illustrate, here's a perfect example," El Divo clarified.
Mancebo reacted to his comment by saying: “Eduardo Antonio, just to clarify, the post has nothing to do with either of our sexual preferences, but rather with behavior on social media. In fact, I agree with you; there should be millions more like you, that would be great for me. Just look at how well this post is doing.”
To leave no doubt about his attack on the comedian in a post on his social media, Eduardo Antonio shared screenshots of his comment and Mancebo’s publication.
"Fifth-rate homophobe in plain sight," the singer labeled them in the description of his post, receiving support from his followers: "It's amazing that in these times there are still people like that. I've always believed that if you don't like something, just ignore it and move on"; "That man deep down wants to be like you"; "I would much rather see more beings like you—fighters, innovators, originals, always striving to thrive without bothering anyone—than people like him with a dry heart full of hate. You all keep succeeding; he will just wither away from rage"; "People should learn to respect one another, that's why we are where we are. Just be happy, Divo."
Frequently Asked Questions about the Controversy between Eduardo Antonio and Ariel Mancebo
Why did Eduardo Antonio call Ariel Mancebo homophobic?
Eduardo Antonio called Ariel Mancebo homophobic due to a comment Mancebo made on Facebook regarding a photo of Eduardo Antonio and Pollito Tropical, in which he expressed, "I hope they don't reproduce!" Eduardo Antonio interpreted this remark as an attack on his sexual orientation.
How did Ariel Mancebo respond to the accusations of homophobia?
Ariel Mancebo responded by stating that his comment was not related to the sexual preferences of Eduardo Antonio or Pollito Tropical. He affirmed that the comment referred to their behavior on social media and not to their sexual orientation, emphasizing that it would be positive to have more people like them.
What has been the public's reaction to the dispute between Eduardo Antonio and Ariel Mancebo?
The audience's reaction has been mixed. While some of Eduardo Antonio's supporters backed his stance and criticized Mancebo, others took a more neutral position, believing that the misunderstanding could have been resolved differently without resorting to public insults.
How has Eduardo Antonio responded to criticism regarding his style and clothing in the past?
Eduardo Antonio has been open in defending his unique style and fashion choices. He asserts that Cubans have style and glamour, and he does not hesitate to express his authenticity, even when facing criticism for his appearance or fashion decisions.
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