‘Cloudlight ‘, the iconic children’s program led by Monica Santa Maria and Gomelsky Almond which enchanted thousands of children since its premiere on September 4, 1990, and today it is once again a topic of conversation with the premiere of the film ‘Get on my cloud’.
As everyone remembers, he left an indelible mark on the collective memory of several generations, creating a legacy that transcends his success, promoting empathy and awareness about mental health.
The success of ‘Nubeluz’
‘Nubeluz’ was a successful children’s programme in the 90s. Photo: LR/ ‘Nubeluz’ composition.
With its magical atmosphere, ‘Cloudlight ‘ turned children into active participants, allowing them to call and play alongside their favourite characters. The songs also played a vital role in teaching good values. Even today, they are still remembered and sung to the rhythm of their unforgettable repertoire, with songs such as ‘La canción de las dalinas’, ‘Tú, yo y Nubeluz’, ‘Amistad’ and ‘El ratón Pérez’.
The endearing dalinas led the party with their unrivalled charisma, but they were not the only ones. There were also the gólmodis, young dancers who helped the participants, and the dicolines, a group of children who were part of the cast and occasionally participated.
The show also introduced its own language called Glufic, which the characters and contestants used to communicate in a fun and creative way throughout the four-hour broadcast.
As for its success, Nubeluz raised millions of soles and became the most watched children’s program in Peru. However, its impact was not limited to this country; it also managed to attract millions of followers throughout Latin America and was seen in various countries, consolidating itself as a regional phenomenon.
The end of ‘Nubeluz’
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The successes did not stop nor did the affection of the fans, reflected in an incredible audience for 6 years without airtime. However, their story was cut short by the tragic death of Monica Santa Maria, known as ‘la dalina chiquita’, on March 14, 1994.
Monica was found dead in her home and it was determined to be a suicide. This shocking news moved the nation, leaving her fans stunned and the television community reflecting on the pressure of fame.
However, the reality was not limited to that. Later, it was revealed that the beloved host had gone through a difficult period of anxiety and stress, influenced by the lack of family support and a constant struggle with her mental health.
Monica’s tragedy led the producers of ‘Nubeluz’ to make the difficult decision to cancel the beloved children’s program, putting an end to a phenomenon that had entertained thousands of children for more than 4 years.
After this, the hosts Xiomara Xibillé and Almendra Gomelsky continued to tour and the program aired recordings to pay tribute to their deceased colleague, it was only a matter of time before Nubeluz finally lowered the curtain.
This closure not only meant the end of a beloved program, but also a call to reflect on mental health in the entertainment world.
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