Cassandro El Exótico, redefining lucha libre

Exotico, a professional wrestler, shares his journey of transformation from male to female through makeup and wrestling. He reflects on his early realization of being gay and the societal challenges he faced. Embracing the role of an exotico luchador brought him freedom and acceptance from audiences. In the ring, he balances his flamboyant persona with a fighting spirit, facing opponents while staying true to himself. Lucha libre serves as a therapeutic outlet, helping him embrace his identity and find healing.

What transformation does the narrator undergo when applying makeup?

• From male to female

• From a singer to an actor

• From a teacher to a student

• From a wrestler to a dancer

How did the narrator feel when first called to be an exotico wrestler?

• Angry and resentful

• Indifferent and uninterested

• Confused and lost

• Liberated and free

What was the audience's reaction to the narrator's exotico persona?

• They were amazed and accepting

• They were critical and judgmental

• They were indifferent and uninterested

• They were confused and unwelcoming

What type of opponents has the narrator mostly faced in their wrestling matches?

• Female wrestlers

• Masked men and machistas

• Young and inexperienced wrestlers

• Retired wrestlers

How does the narrator view their identity as a gift?

• As a gift from God

• As a challenge to overcome

• As a secret to hide

• As a burden they must carry