August 14, 2023
Transgender Influencer Wendy Guevara Wins Mexico's Version of 'Celebrity Big Brother'
Kilian Melloy READ TIME: 2 MIN.
Trans influencer Wendy Guevara made history and thrilled fans across Mexico – and the world – when she won the latest season of the popular reality series "La Casa de los Famosos (Celebrity House)" on Aug. 14.
"For weeks, the show had kept audiences captivated, with participants navigating challenges and eliminations as they vied for the coveted title," BELatina.com reported. "Guevara's presence on the show wasn't just about the competition; it was about visibility and empowerment for the transgender community."
The site declared that Guevara's "journey from contestant to champion captured hearts and broke barriers, showcasing not only her resilience but also the transformative power of representation and inclusion in the entertainment industry."
Guevara "became an icon" following a viral video in which "she and her friend Paola shouted that they were lost on a hill. This experience would give them the name 'Las Perdidas,'" El Universal recollected.
The video remains popular even now, and Guevara has become a singer and social media influencer. Her Youtube channel, named Las Perdidas, serves as a platform from which she "shares a mix of lifestyle content, makeup tutorials, music and funny sketches on this channel," Wealthy Peeps related, noting that Guevara commands a following of five million people on Instagram.
It was her success as a social media star that landed Guevara a spot on the show, but her own charm and humor carried her to victory. Music Mundial noted that Guevara is "loved by the public due to her sincerity, fun and life story," which is one of overcoming adversity to remain true to herself.
Saying that Guevara's victory "highlights the significance for the LGBTQ+ community in Mexico," BELatina declared, "Her win was a historic moment in the realm of reality TV. Not only did she secure the title, but she also became an emblem of progress, diversity, and the triumph of authenticity."