A video circulating on Instagram is getting everyone talking about Daniela Reyes: the fan account @lareyes.cuba published a comparison between her current image—strutting in a sequined dress—and how she looked a few years ago, when she participated in the popular Cuban comedy show Vivir del Cuento.
The difference is noticeable. Daniela appears today significantly thinner and more streamlined, a result of years of discipline in sports and nutrition that she herself has acknowledged as a demanding and transformative process.
Daniela herself reacted to the video in the comments with an emotional message: "It has been a process of much discipline and consistency; how lovely it is to see videos like this that remind me of all the journey I've been through. I love you all, thank you for so much."
But it was in her Instagram stories where she went beyond the physical and shared a reflection that her followers quickly applauded: "At first glance, it may seem like a physical change. But the greatest transformation has been everything that nobody sees... the discipline, the mindset, the habits, the sacrifices, and the character that this process has forged. Because significant results begin long before they are visible on the outside."
The fan account summarized it in their own way with a straightforward phrase: "If you're not going to turn 360° like this... it's better to save the trip. It's called EVOLUTION, HARD WORK, DISCIPLINE, DESIRE, AND DEDICATION."
The comments came pouring in. "Always beautiful but skinny is still skinny, OMG she's gorgeous," wrote one user. Another was more direct: "She was born for this, gentlemen, please welcome the next Miss Universe Cuba."
The moment could not be more timely. Daniela Reyes is the official candidate for Miss Universe Cuba 2026, representing Pinar del Río, and has established herself as the audience's favorite since the competition began.
Born in Cuba on October 26, 1997, and currently residing in Miami, the young woman has always been open with her audience about her evolution.
Today, with over a million followers on Instagram and the final of Miss Universe Cuba 2026 just around the corner—scheduled for this August in Miami—Daniela is at her best moment. The winner will represent Cuba at Miss Universe 2026 in Puerto Rico in November, and many already have a clear candidate in mind for the crown. Could it be Daniela Reyes?
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