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Jaime Lorente has done it again.
The 32-year-old Spanish heartthrob—best known for his iconic roles as Denver in Money Heist and the irresistibly broody Nano in Elite—is turning heads and causing a stir with his latest Netflix project, Disco, Ibiza, Locomía.
And this time, the haters can’t handle it.
Let’s back up a bit, shall we? For those who’ve somehow missed it, Lorente’s been on quite the ride these past few years.
He’s brought us all the bad-boy vibes in some of Netflix’s biggest international hits, and now, he’s taking a trip back in time to the 1980s, when Spanish queer pop band Locomía was turning heads (and spinning their signature fans) all over Ibiza.
As Lorente takes on the role of Xavier Font, the fabulous frontman of Locomía, his performance is already sending shockwaves through both the queer and non-queer communities alike—and not all for the right reasons.
Lorente’s depiction of Font in Disco, Ibiza, Locomía is as bold and beautiful as the band’s iconic, frilly costumes and massive shoulder pads.
Not only does he perfectly capture the larger-than-life energy of Locomía, but he also embraces the on-screen romance with fellow bandmate Carlos Armas (played by Mexican actor Alejandro Speitzer) with no holds barred.
The film doesn’t shy away from showcasing the queer intimacy that was so integral to the band’s identity—and thank goodness for that!
But as Lorente’s lip-locks with Speitzer and other male co-stars make waves on social media, the inevitable homophobic trolls have crawled out from their dark corners of the internet.
Despite Lorente’s long-standing support for the LGBTQ+ community (remember that steamy scene with adult star Bastian Karim in Iron Reign earlier this year?), it seems some people still have a problem with seeing two men kiss on screen.
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In a passionate Instagram post, Lorente made it crystal clear that he’s not here for the hate.
“It surprises me less and less, but it hurts me more,” he said, referring to the flood of negative comments on a recent clip of the film’s intimate moments.
And in true Lorente style, he didn’t mince words when calling out the trolls: “Stop following me, and I don’t give a damn, I don’t care at all. I prefer that you are not on a place like my profile.” Mic drop.
What we love most about Jaime, though, is that he’s not just playing these queer roles—he’s advocating for love, respect, and inclusion off-screen, too.
And he’s not alone. Director Kike Maíllo, who helmed Disco, Ibiza, Locomía, echoed Lorente’s sentiments, praising the film for its celebration of the queer community and calling it “a movie about everyone, but especially those who were rarely invited to the party.”
Now that’s a message we can get behind.
And let’s not forget the real-life legacy of Locomía, the band that started it all.
Back in the ‘80s, they were unapologetically queer, challenging norms with their New Wave beats, extravagant fashion, and fierce fan choreography.
From Ibiza’s underground clubs to arenas across Latin America, Locomía was more than just a band—they were a cultural phenomenon, daring to be different in a world that wasn’t always ready for them.
Fast forward to 2024, and Lorente is breathing new life into that legacy, reminding us all of just how important it is to embrace who you are—especially when the world tells you not to.
Of course, while the movie is already out in Spain and Latin America, those of us in the U.S. are still (im)patiently waiting for a release date.
But don’t worry, we’ll keep you posted. In the meantime, if you’re looking for something to fill that Disco, Ibiza, Locomía-sized hole in your life, why not check out some of the band’s original performances?
The 1989 hit “Loco Mia” is a must-watch, and seeing Lorente recreate it will give you all the nostalgic feels.
So, yeah, the haters may be loud, but Lorente and Locomía are louder—and we’re all the better for it.
Keep slaying, Jaime. We’ve got your back.
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