Sun, Cigars, and Sexism: How Spain's Marbella Became a Hotspot for 'Manosphere' Influencers

The document examines the growth of manosphere influencers in Marbella, Spain, linking their rise to the city’s culture of wealth, social status, and a political environment where misogynistic narratives increasingly surface in public discourse. It highlights concerns from social psychologists and activists about sect-like reinforcement of anti-feminist views, the echoing of far-right messaging on gender violence, and contextualizes Marbella’s glamour and reputation for organized crime and high-end investment as factors attracting these figures.