Mexican Influencer Laysha Pink Faces Backlash After Defending TV Host Alejandra Jaramillo
Posted on 07/14/26 at 12:14
- Laysha Pink defends Alejandra Jaramillo
- Mexican audiences criticize the influencer
- Controversy grows over her candid remarks
Laysha Pink defends Alejandra Jaramillo. Loyalty between friends knows no limits, and that is exactly what Laysha Pink (Laysha Catalina Zamora Ventura), the Texas-born, Monterrey-raised influencer and television personality, demonstrated by publicly standing up for her close friend, Alejandra Jaramillo.
The two developed a strong friendship while competing on TelevisaUnivision’s reality show ¿Apostarías por Mí?, where they finished in second place alongside their respective teammates, «El Malito» and Beta.
As Jaramillo continues to face intense criticism over comments she made about Mexican soccer fans during the 2026 World Cup, Laysha Pink defends Alejandra Jaramillo and openly expressed her support.
«She’s my friend»: Mexican influencer stands by the Ecuadorian TV host
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In an unfiltered video, Laysha said with humor: «Regardless of what people say about my friend, Alejandra ‘the super canceled’ Jaramillo, she’s my friend—what do you want me to do? We may be stupid… but we can be stupid together!»
She jokingly compared their friendship to that of Selena Quintanilla and Yolanda Saldívar, adding that she would welcome Jaramillo into her home with tacos and chilaquiles as a playful contrast to what she called her friend’s «questionable Ecuadorian food.»
Beyond the jokes, Laysha delivered a message of empathy, saying: «Who hasn’t messed up in life?»
She also revealed what she described as a lesser-known side of the television industry, explaining that once the cameras stop rolling, the environment can become extremely hostile. According to Laysha, Alejandra Jaramillo has been the only person in the industry who has consistently stood up for her.
Moved by the gesture, «La Caramelo» reposted the video on her own social media accounts to publicly thank Laysha.
Mexican social media users react with criticism
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However, the public display of solidarity was not well received by many Mexican users, who quickly turned their criticism toward the influencer, launching calls to «cancel» her across social media platforms.
Many accused Laysha Pink of betraying her country and attempting to gain attention from the controversy. Among the comments were: «Mexico deserves respect, especially if it’s the country putting food on your table.» «Laysha, this could seriously backfire on you for defending her.» «I’m surprised that someone so proud of being from Monterrey would turn her back on Mexicans.»
Other users dismissed both women’s apologies and questioned their positions, writing comments such as: «The two of them can leave together.» Some argued that the controversy goes beyond personal friendships and instead concerns the responsibility that comes with being a public figure. One comment read: «This isn’t personal. It’s about the responsibility that comes with having a platform and a microphone.» Another added: «She’s a communicator, and a lot of people listen to what she says.» The criticism escalated to the point where some users called for both women to lose opportunities in the Mexican entertainment industry.
One commenter warned: «You’re going to lose followers, Laysha, because now you’re on the same ship as her.»
Debate over Laysha Pink’s comments divides audiences over loyalty and sarcasm
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Despite the widespread criticism, the comment sections also reflected divided opinions. Some praised Laysha Pink defends Alejandra Jaramillo as an example of true friendship, writing: «Bravo, Laysha. You’re a great friend.» «Thank you for being the only reasonable Mexican.»
Others believed the video was actually filled with subtle sarcasm directed at Jaramillo. One user commented: «I loved Laysha’s sarcasm. She supported her while also calling out her mistakes to her face. She called her stupid and even compared her to Yolanda Saldívar.»
As the controversy continues, many Mexican viewers have made it clear that they do not intend to let the issue fade, with some even demanding that TelevisaUnivision dismiss the Ecuadorian television host.
