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The American actor, director, and screenwriter Kevin Costner is visiting Cuba, a stay that has been reported on by the official press on the island and which, according to them, “strengthens the cultural ties between Cuba and the United States.”
The renowned artist visited the Castillo de La Real Fuerza Museum alongside underwater archaeologist Alejandro Mirabal, according to a post by Archaeological Museums of Havana on Facebook, “to conduct a guided tour of the building and its collections, placing special emphasis on our pieces of Underwater Archaeology.”
The official site Cubadebate quickly replicated the news and asserted that the American actor “expressed his admiration for the conservation work being done at the museum”.
In its text, the Cuban medium adds that in his previous visits to Cuba, Costner “has shown interest in the culture and history of the largest of the Antilles, participating in events and exploring its heritage”.
This visit not only strengthens the cultural ties between Cuba and the United States, but also highlights the value of underwater archaeology as a window to the past and a tool for understanding the shared history of the region,” states the publication from Cubadebate.
The Cuban television journalist Humberto López also shared photos of the actor on Cuban soil, but the inferences could not be missed “¡Kevin Costner in Havana! From the series: ‘The more you isolate me...’”, he wrote while reposting from the Archaeological Museums of Havana on his profile.
In 2001, Kevin Costner visited Havana to present his film 13 Days, about the Missile Crisis of 1962. During that visit, he met with Fidel Castro for several hours, which generated some controversy due to the political situation in Cuba and the relations with the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kevin Costner's Visit to Cuba and its Cultural and Political Context
Why is Kevin Costner visiting Cuba?
Kevin Costner is visiting Cuba to strengthen cultural ties between Cuba and the United States. His visit includes a tour of the Castillo de La Real Fuerza Museum alongside underwater archaeologist Alejandro Mirabal, highlighting his interest in underwater archaeology and the shared history of the region.
What has Kevin Costner expressed about his visit to the museum in Cuba?
Kevin Costner expressed his admiration for the conservation work done at the museum, according to the official site Cubadebate. This statement highlights his interest in preserving the cultural and historical heritage of the island.
What has Kevin Costner's previous relationship with Cuba been like?
In 2001, Kevin Costner visited Havana to present his film "13 Days," about the Missile Crisis of 1962. During that visit, he met with Fidel Castro, which sparked some controversy due to the political situation in Cuba and tensions with the United States. Costner has previously shown interest in the culture and history of Cuba during his earlier visits.
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