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Blake Webb, 'Rosario Tijeras' actor, captivated by Paraguay
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Blake Webb, 'Rosario Tijeras' actor, captivated by Paraguay

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

Interview Named sources Context piece
  • U.S. actor Blake Webb, known for his role in "Rosario Tijeras," is visiting Paraguay and finds the country "the most affectionate" he has encountered.
  • Webb's visit was somewhat random, stemming from a canceled work commitment in Brazil, leading him to choose Paraguay as his next destination.
  • He expressed fascination with Paraguay, describing it as an enigma and a mystery, contrasting it with more commonly known Latin American countries.

American actor Blake Webb, who plays El Gringo in the latest season of the Mexican series "Rosario Tijeras," is currently visiting Paraguay and has described it as the most affectionate country he has encountered.

Webb's arrival in Paraguay was "a bit random," he explained, as he was traveling through Latin America and had a work commitment in Brazil that was canceled. This cancellation prompted him to decide on his next destination, choosing between Bolivia, Paraguay, or Uruguay.

I arrived here without knowing anything, but sometimes I like to live like that.

โ€” Blake WebbThe American actor described his spontaneous decision to visit Paraguay.

Intrigued by Paraguay, a country in the heart of South America about which he knew nothing, Webb decided to explore it. "I arrived here without knowing anything, but sometimes I like to live like that," he said. He noted that in the United States, people often have references to countries like Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina, but rarely mention Paraguay.

I think it is the best place to be.

โ€” Blake WebbWebb expressed his positive feelings about being in Paraguay during the premiere of "Rosario Tijeras."

Webb, who also works as a psychotherapist and sees patients remotely, considers his visit to Paraguay a blessing, especially as it coincides with the premiere of "Rosario Tijeras" season five. He praised the affection shown by the Paraguayan audience for the series, which follows the story of a warrior from a dangerous neighborhood in Mexico.

Initially unfamiliar with "Rosario Tijeras," which is based on Jorge Franco's novel, Webb admitted he had to research the production. However, after his second audition, he began watching the episodes and became "somewhat addicted" to the show. He was particularly drawn to the role of El Gringo, as it offered more screen time than typical "gringo" roles in Mexican productions.

It is very addictive and one can easily watch five episodes.

โ€” Blake WebbThe actor described his experience watching the "Rosario Tijeras" series.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.