On May 7, 2025, the new afternoon talk show 'La familia de la tele' made waves in the Spanish television landscape, particularly due to the unexpected signing of Rocío Carrasco. The reveal of her participation sparked mixed reactions among her colleagues, as discussed on the show 'Tentáculos', produced by the same company behind 'La familia de la tele'. Carlota Corredera, a presenter on 'Tentáculos' and also a collaborator on 'La familia de la tele', disclosed that "nobody knew that Rocío Carrasco was going to appear," not even Marta Riesco, who had a brief yet cordial encounter with Carrasco during the live broadcast.
This surprise element added an intriguing twist to the show's premiere, which had already faced challenges, including two failed attempts to launch due to the death of Pope Francisco I and an electrical blackout that left Spain in darkness on April 28. The arrival of Carrasco was particularly unexpected, as the presence of Isa Pantoja had already been rumored prior to the show's debut.
Kiko Hernández, another key figure on 'Tentáculos', praised the way both Carrasco and Riesco handled the situation. He remarked, "I wouldn’t have liked to be in Marta’s shoes that day, and I think she managed the situation very well. Rocío did too." However, it was clear that not all colleagues were pleased with Carrasco's addition. Corredera hinted at this tension, stating, "I can tell you that there’s someone who was left discomposed," without naming names.
Despite the underlying tensions, Marta Riesco later shared her perspective on the encounter with Carrasco, emphasizing her desire to maintain a drama-free life. She stated, "I’m in a stage of my life with 'cero movidas y rencores' (zero conflicts and grudges)," and described her interaction with Carrasco as natural, treating her as just another colleague who came to work. Riesco acknowledged the stir caused by Carrasco's presence but insisted she greeted her with a smile, leaving past issues behind. "I don’t think Rocío was 'encantada' (delighted) to see me, but I noticed she was 'prudente y educada' (prudent and polite)," Riesco concluded.
However, the sentiment towards Carrasco wasn't universally positive among all collaborators. Kiko Hernández pointed out that Kiko Matamoros, Lydia Lozano, and Belén Esteban might not develop a good rapport with Carrasco. "I can tell you that there are two people who won’t have any feeling with Rocío: Kiko Matamoros and Lydia Lozano. Oh, and a third, Belén Esteban," he asserted, highlighting the potential for ongoing friction within the team.
In a related incident that also unfolded during the show's premiere week, Rosa Benito became a focal point for controversy without even stepping foot in the studio. During a live connection with reporter Torito, who was covering the casting for 'MasterChef Celebrity 10', Benito exhibited discomfort and reluctance to engage with her former colleagues. As the connection ended, she reportedly slapped Torito, a gesture that drew widespread criticism on social media.
On May 7, 'La familia de la tele' addressed this incident, with Belén Esteban offering her opinion on Benito's behavior. "I’m going to give Santa Rosa a piece of advice: don’t go on Google and look up self-help messages," she quipped, emphasizing her disapproval of Benito's actions. Esteban expressed her frustration, stating, "It’s a lack of respect and decorum towards the audience, her colleagues, and especially towards Torito, because I don’t allow anyone to treat me like that."
María Patiño also weighed in on the situation, expressing her criticisms of Benito. "Each of us has a history with her, and we’ve become a group. It seems some of us have to pay the price for someone else’s actions. I have been very critical of her, and I understand if she doesn’t want to look me in the eye; I accept that because it’s part of my profession," Patiño stated. She underscored the importance of acknowledging the past while also recognizing that the real source of Benito's grievances lies with her ex-husband.
As 'La familia de la tele' continues to air, it is evident that the dynamics within the show are complex and fraught with tension. The reactions to Rocío Carrasco's signing, alongside the fallout from Rosa Benito's controversial actions, suggest that the program is navigating a challenging landscape filled with personal histories and public perceptions.
The premiere of 'La familia de la tele' has not only reintroduced familiar faces from the 'Sálvame' universe but also raised questions about how these personalities will coexist in a new format. With the backdrop of past conflicts and the ever-evolving nature of celebrity culture in Spain, viewers are left to wonder how these relationships will develop moving forward.
As the show unfolds, the audience will undoubtedly be keen to see how the participants manage their interactions and whether they can set aside personal grievances for the sake of entertainment. The drama, both on and off-screen, suggests that 'La familia de la tele' will continue to be a hot topic in Spanish media.
