La Cintumbare is shown enjoying in Havana: "It seems like we are there, but we are here."

Cuban influencer La Cintumbare is enjoying her return to Havana after being deported from the U.S., sharing her nightlife with Sandro Castro and generating various reactions on social media.


The Cuban influencer Cinthya Medrano, known as La Cintumbare, has once again drawn attention after sharing a video on her social media where she is seen enjoying the nightlife in Havana.

In the clip, he is seen holding a Cristal beer and expressing his happiness about being in Cuba: “Hey, it seems like we’re there, but we’re here. How wonderful Cuba is. Since I woke up, super happy, with the Cristal in hand even if I get hurt. How great I look. Suffer with what I enjoy,” he said with laughter.

La Cintumbare was recently deported to Cuba after failing to appear before an immigration judge in the United States. Since her return, she has shared multiple moments of her life on the island, displaying a positive attitude and full of plans.

A few days ago, she was seen at a nightclub in Havana with Sandro Castro, the grandson of the late Cuban leader and dictator Fidel Castro, which sparked various reactions on social media.

Despite the criticism, Medrano continues to express her happiness at being back in her country and enjoying the things she claims to have missed during her time abroad.

Her relaxed attitude and constant posts have kept her followers engaged with every step she takes in this new chapter of her life.

Frequently asked questions about deportation and life in Cuba from La Cintumbare

Why was La Cintumbare deported from the United States?

La Cintumbare, whose real name is Cinthya Medrano García, was deported from the United States because she failed to appear before the immigration judge on several occasions, which resulted in a deportation order issued in absentia. The influencer was apprehended by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and repatriated to Cuba on the first deportation flight under the administration of Donald Trump.

How has La Cintumbare reacted to your return to Cuba?

Since her return to Cuba, La Cintumbare has displayed a positive and defiant attitude. She claims to be "the happiest deportee" and has shared on her social media moments enjoying the nightlife in Havana, as well as her joy at reuniting with her son and family after four years. Despite the criticism, she has maintained an active presence on social media, showcasing her daily life on the island.

What has been the reaction of La Cintumbare's grandmother regarding her deportation?

The grandmother of La Cintumbare, from the United States, confirmed the deportation of her granddaughter and expressed that it is "better for her" to be with her family in Cuba. In a video posted on TikTok, the grandmother asked for calm from Cinthya's followers and assured that the influencer is fine and is with her loved ones.

Who has La Cintumbare been seen with since her return to Cuba?

Since her return to Cuba, La Cintumbare has been spotted with Sandro Castro, grandson of the late Cuban leader Fidel Castro, at a nightclub in Havana. This connection has elicited various reactions on social media, reigniting the debate about class differences and privileges in Cuba.

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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.

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.