Ana Belén has taken advantage of her time at Lo de Évole to open up like never before. The living legend of the Spanish performing arts has told Jordi Évole all kinds of anecdotes and experiences. Without going any further, she wanted to report an episode of alleged sexual abuse by a film director, who had cornered her against a wall to kiss her.
But this meeting not only served to bring to light difficult moments in his career, but also to delve into issues of great political and social significance. And Ana Belén has never taken a stand on these issues, something that has caused her numerous criticisms.
At a time when the political debate is more polarized than ever, Ana Belén did not hesitate to respond to the slogan "communism or freedom", brandished by Isabel Díaz Ayuso, with a passionate defense of the role of communism in the history of Spain.
"The people of the PCE gave their lives for democracy," he firmly recalled, highlighting the sacrifice of those who fought for a more just and free country. In his opinion, "many people who were active in the PCE gave their lives for democracy", remembering the importance of not forgetting the past and of recognizing the efforts of those who contributed to the fight for freedom that can currently be enjoy.
Furthermore, Ana Belén has openly criticized the simplification of current political discourse, questioning the dichotomy posed by Ayuso: "Freedom in what? In that I can have some olives while I drink a beer?" In her opinion, it is a lot. It is more important that waiting lists in hospitals “are not months long.” “I prefer not to eat the olives, damn it,” she said, very indignant.
Another aspect that bothers the Arista is "the populist discourse" that is launched from some political sectors. "It's so easy to do it and it sticks..." Ana Belén acknowledged. Therefore, her interview with Évole has also been an opportunity for the actress to reiterate her commitment to historical memory and social justice.
In this way, the singer wanted to emphasize the need for there to be a more balanced and fair story about the role of different ideologies in the history of Spain. "Communism in Spain has done nothing wrong," she stated, demanding "more memory" about the country's dark periods.
