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.