The actress Kate del Castillo once again used her public platform to defend one of the causes she has supported the most over the years: animal protection. On this occasion, the star of Queen of the South openly expressed her rejection of bullfighting and asked the authorities of the state of Hidalgo to support the definitive prohibition of bullfighting.
Through her social networks, the actress shared a message addressed to both public officials and citizens of Hidalgo, inviting them to speak out in favor of animal rights and support the initiatives that seek to eliminate this type of spectacles in the state.
Kate del Castillo on bullfighting: A stance she has held for years
This is not the first time that Kate del Castillo has been publicly involved in this issue. The actress has expressed on several occasions her disagreement with bullfighting and other practices that she considers cruel to animals.
At the beginning of 2026, for example, the artist had already publicly requested to stop bullfighting events in Guadalajara. Now, her attention is focused on Hidalgo, where there is currently a debate within the local Congress on the possibility of restricting or prohibiting these activities.
The actress has been constant in her activism related to animal welfare and frequently uses her social networks to support awareness campaigns, rescue and protection of different species.
In the video posted on Instagram, Kate del Castillo made a direct appeal to Gov. Julio MenchacaMenchaca, reminding him of previous statements in which the governor had expressed his disagreement with bullfighting.
The actress asked that these opinions now be translated into concrete actions within the legislative process currently being discussed in Hidalgo.
He also took the opportunity to invite citizens to participate in an active and respectful manner, requesting that they contact congressmen and state authorities to express their support for the prohibition of bullfighting.
According to the actress, citizen participation can be key to promoting legal changes related to animal protection.
During her message, Kate del Castillo also shared her views on bullfighting, describing it as a practice based on animal suffering.
The interpreter assured that bullfighting represents a form of entertainment that obtains economic benefits from the torture and death of a defenseless living being, a position she has defended for years.
He also recalled that the Mexican Constitution contemplates the obligation to protect animals and guarantee their welfare, and questioned why this type of spectacles continue to be held in different regions of the country.
The debate on bullfighting continues to grow
In Mexico, the discussion on bullfighting has gained momentum in recent years. While some sectors defend bullfighting as a cultural and economic tradition, others consider the practice incompatible with new animal welfare policies.
Several states in the country have promoted initiatives to limit or prohibit these spectacles, generating intense debates in both the political and social spheres.
The intervention of public figures such as Kate del Castillo helps keep the issue in the public conversation and amplifies the voices of organizations and activists seeking legislative changes.
Beyond her artistic career, Kate del Castillo has been characterized by her active involvement in different social and humanitarian causes. The defense of animals has become one of the most constant themes in her activism.
With this new statement, the actress reaffirms her stance against bullfighting and demonstrates once again her willingness to use her media influence to support initiatives related to animal welfare and the protection of the rights of living beings.
Here you can watch Kate del Castillo’s video about bullfighting.
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