Luana Alonso Joins OnlyFans Amid Controversy
Luana Alonso, the 20-year-old Olympic swimmer previously associated with the Paraguayan Olympic team, has recently made headlines by joining OnlyFans. This move follows a string of allegations of inappropriate behavior that led to her ejection from the Olympic Village during the Paris Summer Games. Alonso, criticized for her conduct by the Paraguayan Olympic Committee (COP), has seen a dramatic increase in her social media following amidst this controversy.
Increased Social Media Presence
Known for frequently posting swimwear photos, Alonso's presence on platforms like Instagram has significantly grown. Previously boasting about 500,000 followers, her account surged to over 1.1 million. This increased attention comes not only from her athletic performances but also from her controversial actions during the Olympics and her vibrant online persona.
Olympic Stint and Subsequent Actions
Alonso's performance in Paris where she failed to qualify for the 100-meter butterfly semifinals became overshadowed by her actions off the pool. Allegedly, she chose to visit Disneyland Paris, turning away from Olympic events, which sparked further scrutiny and criticism. Following this, Alonso made a sudden withdrawal from the competition while still in the Olympic Village. In response to the situation, Larissa Schaerer, head of the COP, deemed Alonso's presence as fostering an "inappropriate atmosphere," which led to her being moved out of the athlete's dorms. Alonso has contested these claims stating her departure was voluntary through various social media statements.
Alonso's Reaction and Future Prospects
In a recent video, Alonso expressed her dissatisfaction with the support from Paraguayan officials and her teammates, underlining a perceived lack of trust and recognition for Paraguayan women at the Olympics. She also hinted at possibly changing national teams due to her ordeal coupled with her collegiate experiences in the United States at Southern Methodist University and Virginia Tech.
Further Controversy and OnlyFans Debut
Post-Olympics, Alonso's decision to join OnlyFans appears as a strategic move to leverage her heightened public profile amidst ongoing debates regarding her actions and the subsequent reactions from the Paraguayan Olympic officials. COP President Camilo Perez commented on the situation, hinting that Alonso’s performance may not fulfill the rigorous criteria for the U.S. Olympic team, intensifying the ongoing discourse surrounding Alonso’s future in international sports.