The grandmother of the Cuban influencer Cinthya Medrano García, known on social media as "La Cintumbare", shared a video on TikTok confirming the news of her granddaughter's deportation to Cuba. In the clip, the woman, who identifies herself on TikTok as @carmenalfarolaros, addressed her followers, friends, and even the detractors of the content creator, assuring that the young woman is already on the island and is doing well with her family.
"Good afternoon, I come to share confirmed news: until now, you haven’t seen me on social media; I am the grandmother of La Cintumbare. This news is for her followers, friends, and even enemies. La Cintumbare has just arrived in Cuba," the lady expressed from the United States in the video, emphasizing that she wanted to share the information before it spread through other sources.
With a calm tone, Medrano's grandmother expressed her resignation regarding the situation and sent a message to those who rejoiced at her granddaughter's deportation: "To all those who wished her ill, you can celebrate. La Cintumbare has already arrived at Martí Airport in Cuba. I’m letting you know before it spreads on social media through someone else; I’m telling you, as her grandmother. She is in Cuba. You can break the piñata and drink the beer for her deportation."
However, he also wanted to reassure the influencer's followers, stating that his granddaughter was in good condition and surrounded by her loved ones: "Cyntia will reach out to you and will let you know what she has to say from Cuba. I wish her followers to take it easy, there are things in life that have to happen, and this has been one of those things. God knows what He is doing, and if it had to be this way, it was better for her than for something worse to happen."
According to her words, Medrano is with her mother, her son, and the rest of her family in Cuba, something she sees as "how it should be." Finally, La Cintumbare's grandmother reiterated that the young woman will communicate directly with her followers in the coming days to share her version of events and her current situation.
This message from the grandmother adds to the initial reactions following Medrano's deportation, who was sent back to Cuba on the first deportation flight under the Donald Trump administration, after spending several weeks in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
The video of her grandmother was shared before "La Cintumbare" sent a message to her followers through Instagram, where she said: "Thank you to all my followers for your beautiful supportive messages, I love you all with my life. I will be enjoying my little one and my family, whom I hadn't seen for four years, but in a few days, I'll be with you."
"We lost a battle, but not the war. Remember that the arrow must retreat in order to advance," she added, refusing to give up. "In 2025, the street is mine. I just hope you are ready to welcome a new woman," she concluded, before signing as "LA PATRONA".
Frequently Asked Questions about the Deportation from La Cintumbare to Cuba
Why was La Cintumbare deported to Cuba?
La Cintumbare was deported to Cuba due to irregularities in her immigration status in the United States. Although she claimed to have a supervised release (I-220A), she entered the country on a parole and failed to appear at three immigration hearings, resulting in a deportation order issued by a judge.
What was La Cintumbare's reaction after her deportation?
La Cintumbare showed positivity and strength after her deportation to Cuba. In a message to her supporters, she expressed her gratitude for the support, stating that "we lost a battle, but not the war," and promised to return stronger in the future.
How has the Cuban community on social media reacted to the deportation of La Cintumbare?
The deportation of La Cintumbare has generated divided opinions on social media. While some celebrate her return to Cuba, others criticize the harshness of the immigration process and express solidarity with the influencer for the impact this situation has on her personal and professional life.
What measures did La Cintumbare take to avoid her deportation?
La Cintumbare attempted to mobilize support on social media and requested the intervention of Cuban leader Miguel Díaz-Canel to prevent their deportation. However, these measures failed to halt the process carried out by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
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