dailyloe.com – Aída Victoria Merlano’s participation in the virtual reality show La Mansión VIP has drawn considerable attention on social media. This interest surged after scenes and audio surfaced involving her and Mexican host Agustín Fernández.
Merlano, known for her large following of over 8.8 million on Instagram, has become one of the most discussed participants in the digital format. Recently, the focus shifted to an incident in a bathroom where the two were recorded engaging in intimate relations.
This moment quickly went viral among reality show viewers and across various digital platforms, leading to a significant backlash against Merlano. Some supporters defended her right to personal freedom, while others criticized the airing of such a private moment on the show.
Agustín Fernández, recognized for his roles in multiple reality shows and entertainment programs in Mexico, found himself again in the spotlight due to his connection with Merlano in the competition. In parallel, Merlano has also been discussing challenging aspects of her personal life publicly.
In the podcast “Vos Podés,” hosted by Tatiana Franco, Merlano disclosed that she had experienced physical, psychological, and economic abuse during her pregnancy. She stated, “I realized I had been a victim of psychological violence the day I went to report that I was almost hit in the face.”
Merlano asserted that she possesses evidence of her experiences, emphasizing that women’s claims often go disbelieved. A psychologist played a pivotal role in helping her recognize the severity of her situation, as she recounted, “The psychologist told me: ‘you were a victim of psychological violence throughout your pregnancy.’”
She also reflected on the emotional toll of that experience and how it influenced her public breakup. Merlano expressed, “The worst shame I have ever felt…”
