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Ludwin Kaiser: How ‘El Grande Americano’ conquers the wrestling world!
Marcel Barthel, born in Pinneberg, gained popularity as the wrestler “El Grande Americano” and addressed cultural identity.
Ludwin Kaiser: How ‘El Grande Americano’ conquers the wrestling world!
Marcel Barthel, better known as the wrestler 'El Grande Americano', has gained popularity in recent months, particularly in Mexico and other parts of Latin America. The Pinneberg native shows great pride in his American identity and has established himself as a defining figure in the wrestling world. Barthel, who fights in the WWE, has caught the attention of many fans through his charismatic portrayal and an active presence on social media. Loud TV Azteca, his role is highly valued both in and out of the ring.
A notable aspect of his career is his connection to his Spanish language. In a question and answer session on his social media, Barthel revealed that his father, Alex Dieter, taught him Spanish. Unfortunately, his father passed away in 2015, and Barthel sees this ability as a tribute to him. To further perfect his Spanish, he receives support from colleagues such as Cruz del Toro as well as the WWE Español team, which plays an important role in his training.
Criticism and cultural sensitivity
But not everything goes without challenges. The introduction of Barthel's character 'El Grande Americano' into the WWE has also sparked a wave of criticism. Loud Great lucha Ernesto Ocampo, the editor-in-chief, expressed concerns about cultural insensitivity. Particularly problematic is the name “Golfo de América,” which was coined by Donald Trump and reflects a negative attitude toward Mexico. WWE's handling of cultural issues is often criticized for creating stereotypical characters that do not accurately represent the diversity of Mexican Lucha Libre.
The criticism is aimed at deeper structural racism that is evident not only in the WWE, but also in sport as a whole. Many champions in WWE are white, while African-American wrestlers, such as Bianca Belair and The Street Profits, are often underrepresented. These imbalances in the world of sport lead to an urgent need for change and a better understanding of cultural differences, as well as in the analysis of Deutschlandfunk culture is shown.
The structural problems in sport are deeply rooted. Racist stereotypes and prejudices continue to be perpetuated in many areas, and the discussion about how to create a fairer and more inclusive sports landscape has become increasingly important. Barthel's case shows how celebrities in the wrestling arena can serve as both cultural ambassadors and targets for critical debate.
It's still early days in the journey for 'El Grande Americano', and it remains to be seen how he will fare both in the ring and in the broader societal discussion on topics such as racism and cultural sensitivity in entertainment.