The Cuban actor Sian Chiong has generated controversy by revealing that he inappropriately touched the participants of the show 'La Casa de los Famosos México', arguing that he did it to 'boost their spirits'. While Briggitte Bozzo established herself as one of the most popular celebrities on the show, Chiong has seen his reputation affected after being caught repeatedly touching the contestants of the reality show, as well as spitting food and belongings of Arath de la Torre, which has led him to be canceled on social media.
In statements to the media, Sian Chiong assured that Briggitte Bozzo herself also touched him, claiming it was part of a game in which she even spanked him. Chiong admitted to having thought that there was enough trust in their relationship, justifying his actions as an act of encouragement and fun. However, he has received criticism for the way he touched his female colleagues without their consent, despite misinterpreting the situation thinking there was a tacit agreement of mutual trust.
The actor acknowledged that he apologized to Bozzo after realizing that his actions made her uncomfortable, stating that if he had known how she felt, he would have kept his distance. Reactions on social media have not been favorable for Chiong, receiving criticism for justifying his behavior as a game and minimizing the discomfort he caused to the other participants of the program. Followers questioned his arguments, deeming his conduct unacceptable and lamenting that he tried to normalize harassment in a context of fun.
