Actress Ana de Armas isn’t holding back when it comes to defending her rumored beau, Manuel Anido Cuesta—stepson and advisor to Cuba’s President—against growing backlash.
On December 1, 2024, the lovebirds were spotted enjoying a dinner date with friends at the popular BiBo restaurant in Madrid. However, their evening took a dramatic turn when a Cuban journalist from the ADN Cuba outlet confronted them at their table.
The anonymous journalist accused Cuesta and his family’s regime of contributing to Cuba’s struggles, dragging Ana into the heated exchange. According to ADN Cuba, the reporter said,
“[Your] stepfather has destroyed the entire country and… [There are] more than 1,000 political prisoners languishing in prison. I hope it is she [Ana] who pays for this dinner today with her own money and not you with the money of the Cuban people who are dying of hunger. You should be ashamed”.
While Anido Cuesta remained composed and refrained from engaging, the Deep Water star was quick to defend her partner. Ana reportedly shot back with a fiery response, exclaiming,
“Bitch! Yes, yes!”
Manuel attempted to de-escalate the situation by covering Ana’s face with his hands and to avoid further conflict, the couple eventually left the scene.
Ana De Armas And Manuel Anido Cuesta’s Secret Romance Comes To Light
On November 21, 2024, just days before the heated confrontation, Ana and Manuel’s relationship was thrust into the spotlight when paparazzi captured the pair sharing a passionate kiss on a Madrid sidewalk.
The photos were first published online exclusively by the Spanish magazine ¡HOLA!, sparking intense media and public attention. However, neither Ana nor the politician has yet confirmed or addressed these speculations.
The exact timeline of when Ana de Armas and Manuel Anido Cuesta began dating remains unclear.
The actress was previously linked to actor Ben Affleck in 2020, with the pair calling it quits in January 2021. Later that year, in June, Ana reportedly began dating Tinder executive Paul Boukadakis, though the timeline of their breakup has also not been disclosed.
Fans Split Over Ana’s Heated Defense Of Her Boyfriend
The actress’s fiery defense of Manuel has sparked a heated debate among fans online. While some netizens praised her for taking a stand, others remain divided over her confrontation. Some supportive fans on social media wrote,
“Ana de Armas is right tho”.
“What the hell is everyone so upset at her for…”
Meanwhile, some comments criticizing Ana read,
“This BoriCubana DOES NOT claim her!”
As the controversy intensifies, Ana de Armas and Manuel Anido Cuesta’s relationship remains in the spotlight. Will they overcome the public scrutiny and thrive, or will the pressure prove too much to bear?