The actor Fernando Carrillo went through a tough moment during the presidential elections in Venezuela. The soap opera heartthrob, who has publicly shown his support for Chavismo and Nicolás Maduro, received insults and booing when he went to his polling place in Caracas on July 28. The video went viral.
During the voting on July 28, Fernando Carrillo faced a difficult moment when he attended his polling place in Caracas. Those present did not hide their discontent and greeted him with booing and insults, calling him “shameless” and “traitor.”
This incident reflects the deep rejection of a part of the population towards those who support the Chavista regime and Nicolás Maduro.
The insults were not a surprise, given that Carrillo has been a public figure who has openly shown his support for Chavismo. This backing has cost him not only the sympathy of many Venezuelans but also opportunities in his acting career. However, Carrillo does not seem willing to change his stance.
What did Fernando Carrillo respond to these insults?
- In the face of verbal aggression, Fernando Carrillo did not remain silent. The actor addressed his detractors, calling them “haters” and defending his right to support whom he deems appropriate. Carrillo reaffirmed his loyalty to Nicolás Maduro and stated that, despite the criticism, he will continue to defend his political beliefs.
Why does Fernando Carrillo support Nicolás Maduro?
- Fernando Carrillo’s support for Nicolás Maduro has deep roots in his vision for Venezuela’s future. The actor believes that Maduro and Chavismo represent the only hope for progress and stability for the country. Carrillo has expressed on various occasions that, despite the criticism and opposition, he still believes that Maduro is the solution to the economic and social problems facing Venezuela.
- The actor has also mentioned that his support for Chavismo is motivated by a sense of social justice and equity. Carrillo argues that Maduro’s policies aim to benefit the most disadvantaged sectors of Venezuelan society, a cause he considers just and necessary. This stance, however, is not shared by everyone and has generated controversy both inside and outside of Venezuela.