This is crazy! The end of an era!!
After 53 years, Univision announced today that Sábado Gigante will end September 19. This marks the end of the longest-running television variety series in history!!
The show was known for its crazy mix of comedy sketches, wild amateur talent shows, emotional family reunions, and barely clothed dancing women!
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It’s not all bad news for host Mario Kreutzberger, known to audiences as Don Francisco. Though the 74-year-old plans to announce his departure during Saturday’s show, he will stay with the network to work on talent development and occasionally host entertainment specials like Telet├â┬│nUSA.
Univision declined to comment on why they made the decision to cancel the show that’s been on air for over half a century.
We are so sad to say goodbye to this classic variety show that has provided generations with wacky television!
[Image via WENN.]
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