Hispanic Actors Who Are Anti-Vaccine

The topic of vaccinations, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, has sparked intense debate globally, and the entertainment industry has not been immune to this polarization. While many celebrities used their platforms to encourage public health measures, others expressed skepticism or outright refusal of vaccines. This list explores male actors and entertainers of Hispanic origin who have publicly shared anti-vaccine sentiments, questioned mandates, or promoted alternative theories regarding immunization.

Eduardo Verástegui

Mexican actor and producer Eduardo Verástegui has been one of the most vocal opponents of the COVID-19 vaccine in the Latin entertainment world. Known for his conservative political and religious views, he utilized his social media platforms to express strong distrust of the vaccination efforts. Verástegui went as far as to associate the vaccine with the devil in tweets that were subsequently removed by the platform for violating safety policies. His refusal to get vaccinated was compounded when he eventually contracted the virus, stating he would rely on his own immune system and faith.

Miguel Bosé

Although primarily known as a legendary Spanish singer, Miguel Bosé has a significant acting career and is a cultural icon across Latin America. He became a leading figure in the negationist movement in Spain, using his social media to spread conspiracy theories about the pharmaceutical industry and global control. Bosé publicly claimed that vaccines were part of a plan by Bill Gates to implant microchips in the population to control them using 5G technology. His controversial statements led to the temporary suspension of his social media accounts and drew widespread criticism from the scientific community.

Eric del Castillo

Veteran Mexican actor Eric del Castillo publicly declared that he would not receive the COVID-19 vaccine. He stated that he and his family, including his daughter Kate del Castillo, preferred to use chlorine dioxide as a preventative measure, despite health authorities warning against its consumption. Del Castillo argued that he did not believe in the vaccine and felt safe relying on alternative substances that lacked scientific backing. His dismissal of the vaccine highlighted a generational skepticism present among some older figures in the industry.

Carlos Villagrán

Famous for his role as “Kiko” in the iconic series ‘El Chavo del Ocho’, Mexican actor Carlos Villagrán made headlines with his conspiracy theories regarding the pandemic. He claimed that COVID-19 did not exist and was a fabrication designed to control the population. Villagrán asserted that the lockdowns were a method to install 5G antennas and linked the entire situation to a plot by global elites. His statements were widely circulated, causing concern due to his massive popularity and influence across Latin America.

Gastón Pauls

Argentine actor Gastón Pauls has been a controversial figure due to his support for flat-earth theories and his skepticism toward vaccines. He has publicly stated that he is “against certain laboratories” and questioned the motives behind mass vaccination campaigns. Pauls has used interviews to express his belief that the pharmaceutical industry prioritizes profit over health, often aligning himself with anti-establishment narratives. His views have made him a prominent face of the skepticism movement in Argentina.

Nicolás Pauls

Like his brother Gastón, Argentine actor and musician Nicolás Pauls has expressed strong anti-vaccine sentiments. He has referred to the pharmaceutical industry as an “industry of poison” and has advocated for natural immunity over inoculation. In various interviews, he questioned the safety and necessity of vaccines, suggesting they are part of a larger business scheme rather than a public health tool. His stance aligns closely with his brother’s, forming a family front of skepticism within the Argentine artistic community.

Marcelo Mazzarello

Argentine actor Marcelo Mazzarello took a firm stance against the government’s vaccination campaign and the vaccines themselves. He famously stated that he felt the population was being used as “guinea pigs” for experimental drugs. Mazzarello also linked the health issues of other public figures to the vaccine without medical evidence, furthering fear and distrust. His outspoken opposition to health mandates made him a recurring voice in the media questioning the safety of the shots.

Juan Soler

Argentine-Mexican actor Juan Soler generated controversy when he expressed his refusal to get vaccinated during a television interview. He was quoted saying he preferred not to discuss the topic because he would tell people “not to get vaccinated, that the vaccine is crap, that it is a lie.” Although later reports suggested he may have had to comply for travel or work, his initial aggressive dismissal of the vaccine’s validity left a lasting impression. His comments reflected a deep-seated distrust shared by several of his peers in the telenovela industry.

Enrique Bunbury

Spanish singer and occasional actor Enrique Bunbury joined Miguel Bosé in promoting the “Expose Bill Gates” campaign. He used his social media to share posters and theories that linked the philanthropist to a global plan for dominance through vaccination. Bunbury’s support for these conspiracy theories disappointed many fans who saw him as a counter-culture icon but felt he had drifted into dangerous misinformation. He consistently criticized the official narrative regarding the pandemic and the safety of the immunizations.

Alfredo Casero

Argentine comedian and actor Alfredo Casero is known for his volatile political opinions and opposition to government measures. During the pandemic, he expressed skepticism about the vaccines, stating he did not trust any of them and criticized the use of celebrities to promote inoculation. Casero argued that the public was being manipulated and dominated through fear and health mandates. His refusal to align with the public health consensus was consistent with his anti-establishment public persona.

Ivo Cutzarida

Argentine actor Ivo Cutzarida famously questioned the speed at which the COVID-19 vaccines were developed. He stated in interviews that he would not get vaccinated because he believed the process was too rushed and lacked sufficient experimentation. Cutzarida minimized the severity of the virus based on his own experience and criticized the pressure placed on citizens to get inoculated. His comments added to the wave of skepticism that permeated Argentine media during the vaccine rollout.

Enrique San Francisco

The late Spanish actor and comedian Enrique San Francisco, who passed away in 2021, expressed skepticism about the vaccine shortly before his death. He stated in an interview that he was “not in favor” of getting the vaccine and that he did not believe the information being shared about the pandemic, aside from the death toll. While his death was attributed to bilateral pneumonia caused by a bacterium, his earlier comments regarding the vaccine resonated with the negationist movement in Spain. His stance was reflective of a portion of the population that distrusted the rapid scientific developments of the time.

Rob Schneider

Although Rob Schneider is American, he is frequently associated with the Latino community through his marriage, his work in Mexico, and his roles in films often popular with Hispanic audiences. Schneider has been a long-time anti-vaccine activist, well before the COVID-19 pandemic, lobbying against vaccination mandates in California. He has called vaccines “experimental gene therapy” and has used his platform to vehemently oppose immunization requirements. His influence crosses borders, affecting discourse in both the US and Latin America.

Andrés Calamaro

The brother of Javier, Andrés Calamaro is an iconic Argentine musician and cultural figure who has also appeared in films. He voiced support for controversial figures who promoted alternative “cures” like chlorine dioxide and expressed skepticism about the vaccine’s necessity. Andrés suggested that waiting for a vaccine was “subscribing to fear” and engaged in rhetoric that minimized the scientific consensus. His alignment with negationist viewpoints added to the controversy surrounding the Calamaro family’s stance on public health.

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