Hugo had to exit the ABC reality competition after incorrectly guessing Chris' celebrity relative.
The latest eliminatedClaim to Famecontestant gave a farewell address fit for a president.
Hugo paid his grandfather a moving tribute, noting that the 98-year-old went intohospiceearlier this year.
Hugo and his grandfather President Jimmy Carter.ABC/Gizelle Hernandez, Photo12/Universal Images Group via Getty
(Read our exit interview with Hugo.)
“He’s an amazing grandpa.
Honestly, I love him so much.
I call him Papa,” Hugo shared with his fellow contestants and hosts Franklin andKevin Jonas.
“He led America and my family very well,” Hugo said of the former world leader.
“I stand for everything he stands for.
He believes in equality for everyone, regardless of race, class, gender, anything.
He’s just an amazing person.
I aspire to be like him one day.”
It was really sad.
I love you so much, Papa.
You were amazing and I will do everything I can to keep your legacy alive.
That’s all I got to say."
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