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Juan del Val Uses El Hormiguero Platform to Hit Back at Critics After Premio Planeta Win

He portrayed the uproar as expected, citing power structures, media ties and publishing rivalries.

Overview

  • On Antena 3’s El Hormiguero, the author addressed claims his award was undeserved and directly criticized “the power” and TVE.
  • He argued much of the backlash stems from ignorance and inter‑publisher feuds, saying he even consoled friends distressed by the attacks.
  • Host Pablo Motos emphasized that Del Val is contracted with his production company rather than Atresmedia, countering suggestions the prize is tied to his TV role.
  • The Premio Planeta for Vera, una historia de amor carries about one million euros before taxes, amplifying both visibility and scrutiny.
  • Antena 3 announced next week’s El Hormiguero guests—Andy, Marc Márquez, Pablo Alborán and Mariano Rajoy—after reports that TVE’s La Revuelta secured Rosalía.