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Telemundo Removes Myrka Dellanos From 'La Mesa Caliente' as Talent Cuts Widen

The move reflects reported staff reductions at the network without an official explanation for Dellanos.

Overview

  • Dellanos was called to Human Resources shortly before the Oct. 8 taping and was told she would no longer be on the show, according to production sources.
  • Co-host Giselle Blondet announced on air that Dellanos was leaving the program and thanked her for her contributions since the 2022 launch.
  • Telemundo issued an official statement confirming reporter Jessica Maldonado’s departure from Al Rojo Vivo and expressing appreciation for her work.
  • Reports also identify correspondent Magaly Ayala among those let go, with coverage describing the changes as part of broader cost-cutting and restructuring.
  • Dellanos shared an Instagram story quoting Romans 8:28 and conveyed faith and optimism about the future, while the network has not stated the reason for her removal.