Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras has gone viral before for various reasons, with some even calling him a cold guy.
His latest act However, it divides many Internet users.
The two-time All-Star, who had a stellar performance and financial performance during the 2024 season, is currently home in Venezuela and, judging by his social media activity, appears to be having a great time.
These activities include, among others: distributing aid to those in need on the street. He tried to do this in a video he posted on Instagram buy arepas from a street vendor and handed over an amount higher than the amount for which the seller sells his product.
It was a 100-dollar bill worth 5,186.00 VES.
The seller was hesitant to accept the amount, but Contreras insisted that the venerable man accept the amount.
The man broke down in tears as he accepted the MLB star’s gesture.
Contreras’ gesture continues to circulate on the Venezuelan Internet. Many believed that a Brewers player was just one of the things this world needed.
“You have a beautiful voice,” said local artist Lido Pimienta.
Others want to double down on his act of kindness.
“Please look for this man again and employ him as a sales representative for some retail store in Caracas or Valencia. The lexicon, the education he has… please. If any Venezuelan manager reads me 🙏,” wrote influencer Maureen Oduba in Contreras’ Instagram post.
William Contreras’ performance is being received differently on Facebook
It looks like Facebook and Instagram do two different worlds.
While the reception to his gesture on Instagram has been generally positive, others have been skeptical. They think Contreras he only did it for his ego.
“An unnecessary, humiliating and pathetic display designed to boost one’s own ego. If you really want to facilitate someone, respect his privacy and don’t make him look like a beggar, this man works for dignity,” a user wrote on the baseball Facebook account. republished the act.
Yen Mat has a different argument.
“If they make viral videos that contribute nothing, there is nothing wrong with videos that encourage good deeds 🤷”
What do you think?
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