Cristian Castro faced an awkward moment during a concert on August 14 at the National Auditorium, where his mother Verónica Castro and journalist Pati Chapoy were in attendance. The singer paused the show to recognize the guests, specifically asking the audience to applaud Verónica and Jorge “Coque” Muñiz. When he turned to Chapoy, he declared, “And we also have among us a lady almost of iron, of steel, the owner of the note, the lady Pati Chapoy, strong applause!” The audience responded with boos, whistles, and shouts of “get out, get out.”
Chapoy stood up and thanked the crowd with her hands before sitting back down. Castro then told her, “That’s also applause, Pati.” The negative reaction from the crowd stems from a recent controversy involving Pedro Sola, a fellow host on the entertainment show Ventaneando.
During an episode, Sola stated that he does not tolerate animals in stores, supermarkets, and restaurants, adding that he would like to throw poisoned meat at them. Although Sola clarified he was not speaking literally, Chapoy laughed at the comments.
This incident led several brands to distance themselves from the program, and Ventaneando issued public apologies and statements regarding animal welfare. The public has not forgiven the hosts for the remarks. It is worth noting that Chapoy’s reaction to Sola’s comments was seen as insensitive by many.
Chapoy’s presence at the graduation ceremony for Castro, held a few days prior on August 12, also drew scrutiny. Journalists on the scene asked if she would offer a public apology for her reaction to Sola’s comments.
She replied, “But I did apologize!” before leaving the venue, appearing visibly annoyed. The incident mirrors Chapoy’s history of facing backlash.
In 2023, following a complaint from singer Yuridia about harassment by the show’s hosts, the National Commission to Prevent and Eradicate Violence Against Women (Conavim) condemned the behavior. Chapoy then issued a public apology, stating she was surprised by the offense taken and promising to be more careful with her language in the future. Her past controversies have led to a decline in her public image.
As the situation with Chapoy continues to unfold, the outlet reports that her actions have sparked a heated debate about accountability and responsibility in the media. The incident has also led to discussions about the impact of public figures’ words and actions on their audiences. In a related development, investors like Bezos are reevaluating their involvement with public figures and media outlets.
The consequences of Chapoy’s actions will likely be felt for some time, and it remains to be seen how she will recover from this backlash. The public’s reaction to her apology, or lack thereof, will be closely watched.
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