Latin Artists React to U.S. Capture of Nicolás Maduro: 'All Profound Changes Are Painful'
Latin artists have expressed their reactions to the U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro, the president of Venezuela. The capture was announced on January 3, 2026, and has sparked a mix of emotions among Latin artists.
The U.S. military operation resulted in the capture of Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. The operation was carried out in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela.
Carlos Baute, a Venezuelan singer, expressed his thoughts on the capture, stating, 'All profound changes are painful.' [7] Baute's statement reflects the complex emotions that many Latin artists are experiencing in response to the capture.
Danny Ocean, a Venezuelan singer, also reacted to the capture, stating, 'This is a difficult moment for Venezuela and for the world.' [7] Ocean's statement highlights the global implications of the capture and the potential impact on the country and its people.
Ricardo Montaner, a Venezuelan singer, expressed his support for the Venezuelan people, stating, 'We are with the Venezuelan people in this difficult moment.' [7] Montaner's statement reflects the solidarity that many Latin artists are showing towards the Venezuelan people.
The capture of Maduro and his wife has sparked a mix of emotions among Latin artists, with some expressing their support for the Venezuelan people and others expressing their concerns about the potential impact of the capture.