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Chef Fired After Axl Rose Photo Sparks Outrage

11/13/2025

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Richard Perez Cuzcano, Marriott hotel chef in Lima, Peru, was fired after taking a photo with Axl Rose.
Cuzcano idolized Rose and prepared meals for the band during the November 5 concert visit.
Marriott enforces strict rules prohibiting employees from interacting with guests outside their duties.
Despite the firing, Cuzcano said the experience was worth it and posted lyrics from November Rain.
The incident drew public criticism of Marriott's policies.

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Story summary

Richard Perez Cuzcano, Marriott hotel chef in Lima, Peru, was fired after taking a photo with Axl Rose.
Cuzcano idolized Rose and prepared meals for the band during the November 5 concert visit.
Marriott enforces strict rules prohibiting employees from interacting with guests outside their duties.
Despite the firing, Cuzcano said the experience was worth it and posted lyrics from November Rain.
The incident drew public criticism of Marriott's policies.