The popular Mexican reality show La Casa de los Famosos woke up to a storm of controversy on Wednesday, as Adrián Marcelo, a well-known personality from Monterrey, made an abrupt exit. His departure followed a heated argument with fellow contestant Gala Montes during the Tuesday night gala. The situation escalated after a provocative question from host Odalys Ramírez, which can be seen as the spark that ultimately led Marcelo to leave the show under a cloud of controversy.
Here’s a detailed timeline of the events that led to Adrián Marcelo’s departure from La Casa de los Famosos México 2024:
Adrián Marcelo’s Controversial Humor
Adrián Marcelo is known for his dark humor, often skirting the line between offensive and comedic. His remarks and jokes have frequently been labeled as misogynistic and inappropriate. This behavior caused tension during his time in the house, with several contestants feeling uncomfortable, particularly during the second week when a confrontation between Marcelo and Gala Montes boiled over.
The Initial Conflict
The tension between Marcelo and Montes first erupted after Marcelo made a joke directed at fellow contestant Sian Chiong, which involved removing Chiong’s mattress from their shared room. While the prank was initially orchestrated by Ricardo Peralta, things quickly escalated when Marcelo intervened and began hurling insults at Briggitte Bozzo and Karime Pindter. Montes stepped in to defend them, prompting Marcelo to attack her personally, bringing up her mental health struggles, including her depression, anxiety, and issues with her mother.
The Heated Tuesday Night Gala
During the Tuesday night gala, hosts Odalys Ramírez and Diego de Erice addressed the controversies surrounding Marcelo. The confrontation reached its peak when Ramírez showed Marcelo a video clip in which he made the comment, “One less woman to mistreat,” after being nominated for eviction. The clip was meant to clarify his intentions behind the statement.
Marcelo’s Response and the Gala Montes Clash
Marcelo explained that the comment was intended as a sarcastic joke in response to Montes previously calling him a misogynist and a violent person. He claimed that his humor was misunderstood and added, “My companions laugh because they understand my dark humor.”
However, Marcelo took the opportunity to further criticize Montes, calling her “unstable” and referring to her need for medication due to her mental health issues. Montes immediately responded, accusing Marcelo of continuing to verbally attack her and referencing the sensitive issue of feminicide in Mexico, stating, “You say this when 10 women die from feminicide every day… use your brain.”
Marcelo’s Sudden Exit
Amid the chaos, La Casa de los Famosos host known as La Jefa intervened, asking the participants to stop the argument. But Marcelo, visibly upset, declared that he was done with the game, saying, “I’m not playing anymore. I’ve reached my limit.”
At around 2 a.m. on Wednesday, La Jefa confirmed Marcelo’s exit to the remaining contestants, saying, “Your fellow contestant Adrián Marcelo has decided to leave La Casa. The game is over for him.” Marcelo did not say goodbye to the housemates or pack his belongings. Instead, the production team was tasked with collecting his items after his sudden departure.
Sponsors Withdraw Support
Following the heated exchanges, several brands that had been sponsoring La Casa de los Famosos México 2024 announced their decision to pull their support from the show. Rexona, Holland, and Cklass were among the brands that issued statements, reaffirming their commitment to values of respect and dignity, and condemning any form of aggression or inappropriate behavior.
Unilever, the parent company of Rexona and Holland, stated, “We firmly believe that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity, honesty, and respect. We disapprove of any aggression or demeaning behavior toward anyone and encourage respect and dignity at all times.”
The Aftermath
The departure of Adrián Marcelo has left a significant impact on the show, with many viewers and sponsors calling for accountability and stricter regulations regarding contestant behavior. His abrupt exit has sparked widespread discussions about the importance of fostering a respectful environment within reality television.
Adrián Marcelo’s time on La Casa de los Famosos was marked by controversy, and his sudden departure has only amplified the ongoing debate about acceptable behavior and humor in public media.
