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The American singer Madonna surprised her fans by posting a birthday message dedicated to her daughter Lourdes León, in which she included a picture of the young woman alongside a "Free Cuba" flag, referencing the Cuban roots she shares with her father, actor and personal trainer Carlos León.
On her official Instagram account, the Queen of Pop shared several photographs to celebrate the 29th birthday of Lourdes María León, her eldest daughter, accompanied by an emotional message where she reminisced about the origins and strength of the young artist.
“Happy Birthday, Lolita! Light of my life. Never forget who you are. Little star, shining brighter than all the stars in the sky. Never forget where you come from. With love,” wrote Madonna, adding several colored hearts and the tag @lourdesleon.
The detail that caught the most attention among her followers was one of the images that accompanied the post: it shows the young woman alongside a modified Cuban flag featuring the phrase “Cuba libre”.
The gesture was seen by many as a message of support for the freedom of the Cuban people, especially after the difficult years of crisis and repression on the island.
Madonna has always been an artist committed to freedom of expression. This message about Cuba is not a coincidence; it is a way to honor her daughter's roots and to support Cubans who dream of a free country, commented a follower on the social network.
Lourdes León, daughter of Madonna and Cuban actor and personal trainer Carlos León, has pursued a diverse artistic career.
In addition to her work as a model, dancer, and performer, she debuted in music in 2022 under the stage name Lolahol, with the release of her first single “Lock and Key”.
Madonna expressed her pride in her daughter's debut in the music industry, sharing the cover of the song with the message: “I am very proud of you, Lola.”
Madonna's nod to the Cuban flag with the phrase "Cuba libre" generated thousands of comments in just a few hours, both from the artist's fans and from Cubans inside and outside the island who appreciated the gesture.
Madonna, 67 years old, remains one of the most influential figures in global pop.
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