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Jesús Vázquez Breaks Silence on Mediaset Exit, Signs On at RTVE for Benidorm Fest 2026

He cites months of inactivity under an exclusivity contract as the reason for leaving.

Overview

  • After 23 years with Mediaset, Vázquez said his final months were marked by inactivity despite an exclusivity deal in place until June of last year.
  • In a Ràdio 4 interview, he said he felt undervalued and underused, stressing that he repeatedly offered to take on projects.
  • He characterized Mediaset as having lost its way and pointed to daily audience figures as evidence of a serious problem.
  • Vázquez has joined RTVE and will co-present Benidorm Fest 2026 alongside Inés Hernand, Javier Ambrossi and Lalachus.
  • He had previously avoided discussing the departure, then underscored his new stage during a La Revuelta appearance where he embraced his sense of professional freedom.