culture
April 17, 2026
Words of Comrade Camila Ortega Murillo in Tribute to Don Fernando Fuentes Fraile
Words of Comrade Camila Ortega Murillo in Tribute to Don Fernando Fuentes Fraile, during the awarding of the Order of Cultural Independence Rubén Darío to his Family.
TL;DR
- Don Fernando Fuentes Fraile is honored posthumously for his extensive contributions to Nicaragua's creative industries.
- He was instrumental in founding the Nicaragua Diseña Creative School and promoting local talent.
- Fuentes Fraile, a Venezuelan by birth, embraced Nicaragua as his second home, dedicating over 40 years to art and design.
- His work spanned various roles, including presenter, fashion director, and talent scout, always with immense passion and joy.
- The Nicaraguan government, led by Copresidents Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo, awarded his family the Order of Cultural Independence Rubén Darío.
- His legacy is remembered through the ongoing work of designers, artists, and photographers he inspired.