Emiliano Fernández’s denial of femicide sparks controversy in Chile

Emiliano Fernández, founder of the YouTube program La Cofradía, sparked a wave of criticism after stating on air that “el femicidio no existe” and that “nadie ha matado a otra persona por el hecho de ser mujer.” The remarks were widely shared on X, where users condemned the comments as hateful and dismissive of violence against women.

Television host Fran García‑Huidobro responded on the show Plan Perfecto, labeling Fernández’s views as the product of “enfermos mentales” and attacking his credibility. Fernández retaliated with personal insults, calling García‑Huidobro “asquerosa” and questioning her professional background. The exchange highlighted deep tensions over gender‑based violence discourse in Chile’s media landscape.