In May 2020, Ana Obregón’s life changed forever: her son Aless Lequio passed away at the age of 27 after a two-year battle with a rare cancer—Ewing’s sarcoma. This type of cancer affects bones and soft tissues, is most often seen in children and adolescents, and rarely allows for a cure. For the television host and her entire family, it was a devastating blow that left a deep mark on a mother’s heart.
In time, to fulfill her son’s last wish, Ana finished the work he couldn’t complete—a book Aless had started while he was alive. In “El chico de las musarañas,” she described in detail her experiences, the pain of loss, and her path toward acceptance. The book also includes the story of Anita’s birth—a girl brought into the world through surrogacy in the United States. Ana openly shares that the little girl became a symbol of new life and hope for her, but also brought new anxieties.
A mother’s fears
Since Anita came into their family, Obregón has been haunted by one question: could the illness that took her son’s life be inherited by her granddaughter? For a long time, she hesitated to ask doctors, afraid of hearing a dreadful answer. Ana admits that she lived with this fear, unable to fully embrace motherhood and all the new emotions it brought.
Recently, at a public event dedicated to the Aless Lequio Foundation, Ana finally found the courage to speak with a pediatrician. She admitted it had taken her a long time to do so, fearing she might hear something that could shatter her fragile happiness. But at last, she asked the question and received the long-awaited relief: the cancer her son suffered from is not hereditary.
Expert opinion
That same day, a doctor present at the event confirmed that Ewing’s sarcoma does not have a hereditary component. This illness is not linked to genetic mutations passed from parents to children or grandchildren. For Ana, these words were a true relief, allowing her to feel at peace for the first time in a long while.
She shared that she can now enjoy every day with little Anita, free from fears about her future. According to the TV host, the girl is already showing intelligence and a strong personality, much like her father. Ana notes that, thanks to her granddaughter, she has found the will to live and delight in each new morning.
Family changes
With Anita’s arrival, much changed in the Obregón household. Ana admits that the little girl has been a true miracle, giving her life new meaning after tragedy. She shares with a smile how Anita already understands a lot, is curious about the world, and even sets her own rules in the family. According to Ana, Anita resembles her father not only in appearance but also in character.
The house is filled with a festive atmosphere: the Christmas tree has been up since November, and the little girl already declared that the holiday break is over. Ana joyfully notes that every day with her granddaughter is a small miracle, calling her a “second chance” for the whole family.
Remembering her son
Despite these new joys, the memory of her son is sacred to Ana Obregón. She often recalls the last moments spent with Aless and openly shares that she went through a difficult period of depression. During the hardest days, she felt life had lost its meaning, and only the promise she made to her son helped her carry on.
Today, Ana is actively involved in charity work, supports cancer research, and strives to help other families facing similar challenges. She believes her son’s memory will live on through the foundation’s work and in the smile of little Anita.
If you didn’t know, Ana Obregón is a renowned Spanish actress, TV host, and screenwriter. Throughout her career, she has become one of the most recognizable faces on Spanish television. After her son’s passing, she established the Aless Lequio Foundation, which supports cancer research and assists families dealing with cancer. In recent years, Ana has played an active role in public life, sharing her personal experiences and supporting projects related to medicine and philanthropy.
