The world of culture is in mourning. Concha Velasco died this Saturday, December 2, at the Puerta de Hierro Hospital in Majadahonda, at the age of 84, after two years removed from her beloved scenes. The news was confirmed by her children, Manuel and Paco, through a statement sent to the media. The actress’s family explained that her transfer occurred “as a result of a complication in her illness.” There are many signs of affection and respect that recognized faces have dedicated to the actress after the news came to light, as is the case of Jorge Javier Vázquez, who maintained a great friendship with Velasco.
It was this Saturday morning when the death of the actress came to light. “We regret to inform that our mother, Concha Velasco, died today, Saturday the 2nd at 02:00 at the Puerta de Hierro Hospital in Majadahonda, having received the Holy Sacraments, as a result of a complication in her illness,” the shared statement reported. for his two children.
On the other hand, the actress’s family wanted to thank all the staff at the residence and the hospital where Concha has been admitted. “We have nothing but words of gratitude for the hospital staff, and the Santa Matilde and Orpea Punta Galea residences who have taken such good care of her in these difficult times,” they thanked.
On the other hand, his children wanted to highlight how grateful they feel to have been able to grow up with Velasco. “We are lucky to have enjoyed the best mother in the world and to receive the affection of so many Spaniards who love and admire her. Thank you all,” she expressed. “We ask for a prayer for the eternal rest of his soul. Our family will also thank you. His children, Manuel and Paco,” the statement ends by saying. Without a doubt, this loss marks a before and after in the world of acting and culture.
After this news came to light, many Internet users were waiting for a reaction from Jorge Javier Vázquez, with whom Concha had a great friendship. The presenter had visited her on several occasions at the residence where she had been for around two years. “That star you see in the distance is you. Concha. La Velasco. Ours forever,” the presenter wrote through his official Instagram profile, sharing a black and white image of the actress.
In March 2022, Concha left the residence in which she was admitted to attend the theater. Despite her withdrawal, her love for the theater was still intact, and that is why she wanted to visit Jorge Javier at the performance of her play, Dismantling Seneca. There she attended with her eldest son, Manuel. The television presenter was excited to receive a good friend at his function at that time. “Happy to have been able to dedicate the performance to Concha Velasco. What a thrill to have you in the audience. Thank you for so much for so many years,” Jorge Javier Vázquez wrote in a post with a photo on Instagram. And they were both great friends until Concha’s last breath.
