During the broadcast of her program on September 19, Magaly Medina recalled under what circumstances she took the photo with Andrés Hurtado. According to her story, the image was captured at the birthday of José Francisco Crousillat, a businessman who became known for his ties to controversial figures. The host explained that, despite being at the same event, she had no relationship with him. Chibolin then.
Magaly Medina remembers a photo with Andrés Hurtado when they were enemies. Photo: Diffusion
“I remember going to a birthday party years ago where everyone was there, all his former prison mates, the whole ward. And I have my photo there and it doesn’t make or break me. They say about the photo: ‘Magaly with all the corruption’. Chibolín in a corner and at that time I didn’t greet him, he didn’t even approach me,” said the host. In addition, the ‘Urraca’ denied any accusation of being in favor of Hurtado or owing him favors, insisting that there is no friendship between the two.
Why was Magaly Medina not live on her show on September 19?
On the day of the broadcast, Magaly Medina was not present in Lima, but in Miami, where she had scheduled work meetings. Through her Instagram account, the host explained that her trip was planned to finalize negotiations with the executives of her channel, who reside in that city. Although she preferred not to give explanations, she did so to avoid speculation, since many of her followers were wondering about her whereabouts, especially after the arrest of Andrés Hurtado. Medina said that the contracts for next year were already in the process of negotiation and that she was managing these conversations in Miami, where the owner of her channel lives. She clarified that, although she was not physically present in Lima, she would continue to pay attention to the news of the show and assured that she would make a special connection from Miami to keep her program updated.
Did Magaly Medina comment on Chibolín’s arrest?
So far, Magaly Medina has not made a direct statement about Andrés Hurtado’s arrest, but it is likely that she will address the issue in the next editions of her program. The arrest of Chibolín, who is being investigated for alleged crimes of influence peddling and bribery, has acquired great media relevance. However, in her program on September 19, Medina, when not live, commented on the luxurious lifestyle of Hurtado and his daughters, Josetty and Génnesis. According to the journalist, Hurtado used to present himself as a “great benefactor” due to his donations and charitable acts. “He sold himself on his program as a great benefactor, as a man who did a lot of good, giving away gadgets, money and food products,” said the host.