When William Levy still had a Cuban accent: A video from his youth reappears and causes a stir

A video of William Levy at 22 has resurfaced on TikTok, showcasing his Cuban accent in the reality show "Protagonistas de novela." Fans are reacting with nostalgia and surprise at his evolution and success.

William LevyPhoto © Instagram / William Levy

An old video of William Levy, when he was just 22 years old, has resurfaced on TikTok and sparked a flood of comments. In the footage, taken during his participation in the reality show “Protagonistas de novela,” he appears very young, talking about his childhood in Cuba and his dream of becoming an actor. However, what attracted the most attention was not what he said, but how he said it: with a distinct Cuban accent.

That detail was enough for users to start sharing their opinions. “Her Cuban accent is gone, she speaks differently now,” wrote a follower. Others recalled that, like many foreign actors, when they arrived in Mexico, they were taught to speak with a neutral accent to adapt to television.

There were those who missed him and those who defended him. “The man has been outside Cuba for many years, it's normal,” commented someone, trying to settle the discussion. Others, however, took it with surprise or humor: “When he was innocent and full of dreams,” wrote one user, while another described him as “the eternal heartthrob of the novels.”

Beyond the accent, the video generated a lot of warmth. Seeing Levy so young, with that sparkle of hope in his eyes and sharing his dreams, touched his fans. Many described him as an example of perseverance and triumph, recalling how he achieved everything that once seemed like a distant dream.

Some even confessed that they didn’t know he was Cuban and were surprised. “I thought it was a video made with artificial intelligence, I never imagined he was from Cuba,” wrote an incredulous user.

Amidst laughter, nostalgia, and pride, the clip recalled a moment that marked the beginning of his journey. For many, William Levy remains the Cuban who dreamed of success... and achieved it.

Frequently asked questions about William Levy and his career

What was William Levy's accent like in his early years?

In his early days, William Levy had a distinct Cuban accent. This is evident in a video of his participation in the reality show "Protagonistas de novela" at the age of 22. Over time, while working in Mexico, he adopted a more neutral accent to adapt to television.

Why has the old video of William Levy caused such a stir?

The video has stirred excitement by showing a young William Levy with a strong Cuban accent, which has sparked nostalgia and comments about his professional evolution. Fans have reminisced about his perseverance and growth since those early days in his career.

How has William Levy's personal life been in the past few months?

In recent months, William Levy has faced personal challenges, such as his arrest in Florida for disorderly intoxication and trespassing. However, he has kept his career active and remains a prominent figure in entertainment.

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Izabela Pecherska

Editor at CiberCuba. Graduated in Journalism from the Rey Juan Carlos University of Madrid, Spain. Editor at El Mundo and PlayGround.