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Henry Méndez Apologizes After 'Odio a los Rojos' Remark as Madrid Keeps Vallecas Concert

Attention has turned to City Hall's contracting of publicly funded cultural acts.

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El artista Henry Mendez en uno de sus conciertos
El artista Henry Mendez en uno de sus conciertos

Overview

  • Henry Méndez issued a written apology, calling his words a regrettable attempt to halt offensive chants and saying he harbors no hate.
  • The Madrid City Council confirmed the performance will go ahead on 13 September at 22:00 in Villa de Vallecas.
  • PSOE councilor Ignacio Benito demanded the booking be rescinded, arguing public money should not fund an artist who disparages left‑wing voters in the district.
  • City delegate José Fernández rejected cancel culture and said the administration will not suspend shows over political statements, a stance echoed by tourism chief Almudena Maíllo.
  • Procurement records show Méndez has received direct‑award contracts, including €32,670 for the Festival de la Hispanidad, and he previously performed at a March 2023 PP event.