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Maru Botana Marks 17 Years Since Son Facundo’s Death With Heartfelt Instagram Tribute

The chef says sharing her sorrow with followers helps her cope.

Overview

  • On September 21, 2025, Botana posted a remembrance on Instagram for Facundo, who died on September 21, 2008 at six months from sudden death.
  • She wrote, “Hoy es el día… el día que desearía que nunca hubiese existido,” describing the persistent anguish of milestone dates.
  • The message evoked family memories, recalling siblings sitting beside Facundo for cartoons and trips to football, and noted that younger children who never met him keep his memory present.
  • Her post quickly drew messages of support from followers, and she thanked them for the affection received during the anniversary.
  • Recent context included her March reflection after rewatching a 2008 video for the first time on what would have been his 17th birthday, as well as a brief Rio de Janeiro trip with her youngest daughter the same weekend.