Carlos Bardem

Carlos Bardem, a Spanish actor, was among the celebrities and activists who protested the eviction of an 87-year-old disabled woman from her Madrid home. The woman, Maricarmen, had lived in the apartment for seven decades, but was unable to pay the rent set by the investment firm that owned the property. The eviction attempt led to violent clashes between protesters and riot police, with teargas being used. Bardem's involvement highlights the growing public concern and activism surrounding Spain's housing crisis, particularly the impact on long-term tenants facing rising rents and evictions. The incident has drawn significant attention to the social implications of housing market dynamics and the efforts of individuals and groups to protect vulnerable residents.