On February 24, 2025, the atmosphere was charged with excitement at Teatro Príncipe Gran Vía, home to the latest episode of the Spanish television show La Revuelta, where actor Fernando Tejero and host David Broncano took center stage to mend their fractured relationship.
The duo's past was marked by controversy and misunderstanding when Broncano labeled Tejero as the "worst guest" during Tejero's previous appearance on La Resistencia, a show on Movistar. The fallout had left Tejero feeling hurt, leading to years of silence between the two. But now, the moment for reconciliation had arrived, spurred by what Tejero described as his desire to set the record straight.
Upon entering the stage, Tejero humorously wore a T-shirt reading “I’m the worst guest on Broncano,” complete with a broken heart drawing, illustrating his persistent feelings about the past events. He directly confronted Broncano, saying, "Honestly, I didn’t have much fun, and then you said this on another program about me." Tejero's frankness instantly captured the attention of the audience.
Broncano, recognizing his previous errors, began to apologize, admitting, "I apologize, more for saying it than for not being able to empathize with you and redirect the situation.” The sincerity of both men's words eased the tension significantly and allowed for healing.
The humorous atmosphere shifted when Tejero continued, saying, "What did you think? Well, what a son of a b**** you are,” alluding to the sting of Broncano’s comments. The audience erupted with laughter, signaling their engagement with the repartee between the two, who seemed to have pushed past their grievances.
The moment of reconciliation peaked when the audience began to chant, urging the two to share a kiss. Amid the cheers, Broncano turned to Tejero acknowledging, “Of course,” leading to them sharing the affectionate gesture on stage, which the audience celebrated wildly. Tejero, with typical humor, remarked, "I really just wanted to get this kiss on stage!" The palpable joy among the viewers transformed what could have been awkwardness back to camaraderie.
Tejero, who reached the milestone age of 60 on the day of his appearance, brought Broncano birthday cake to celebrate—sporting images of himself with popular Spanish host Pablo Motos. Tejero joked, “With Pablo Motos, I wouldn't kiss, nor would I,” showing his knack for self-deprecatory humor, much to the delight of everyone present.
Throughout the interview, Broncano acknowledged less nuanced communication during their previous interactions. “I went straight for the laughter of the audience without ensuring the guest was comfortable as well,” he reflected, expressing his growth and development as a host over the years. This sentiment seemed to resonate with Tejero, who admitted, “I genuinely wanted to have come; I had fun tonight.”
While the reunion highlighted their comedic chemistry, Tejero took the opportunity to promote his new projects, including his theatre play Camino al Zoo and upcoming movie El Cautivo. He enthusiastically offered the audience complimentary tickets to his shows, if feasible, demonstrating his eagerness to connect with his fans.
Recognizing the importance of theater, Tejero shared, "I've made 50 films and received many awards, but many still don’t know me.” With his playful demeanor, he poked fun at his romantic life, indicating, “Things are slow, I’ve been rather isolated living up here.”
This appearance imbued with jokes, insights, and genuine reconciliatory moments, not only marked the return of Tejero to the show but illustrated the growth of both the guest and the host. The audience must have left with laughter ringing in their ears, having witnessed the touching reminder of how important communication and empathy can be among friends and colleagues.
On La Revuelta, it was clear: sometimes, all it takes to repair bridges is candid honesty couched within humor, and perhaps, just the right timing for reconciliation.