This Saturday, January 3, 2026, the international political scene was shaken by an unexpected announcement. The president of the United States, Donald Trump, publicly claimed that Nicolás Maduro was captured as part of an operation that transferred him and his wife out of the country. The statement, which caused an immediate impact at a global level, also triggered a wave of reactions in the entertainment world, especially among figures with strong ties to Venezuela.
After Trump's words, Venezuelan artists, musicians, and hosts —or those historically identified with the cause of the Caribbean country— used their social media to express surprise, relief, hope, and, in some cases, caution in response to the news.
One of the first to speak out was Carlos Baute, who has lived in Spain for several years. The singer posted a video in which he celebrated the historic moment and left a message addressed to his compatriots.
"All deep changes hurt. We know difficult days are coming, but after the storm, calm always arrives. To everyone who is inside —family, friends, our people— we are praying for you and accompanying you from afar", he expressed. He concluded with a forceful message: "Venezuela has already begun its path toward freedom".
