Alessandro Lequio appeared in Madrid this week at the Premios Luxury event and spoke about life after television. ABC reported that his first public appearance after nearly a year away from television took place at the International Luxury Awards in Madrid on September 30, 2026.
“I’m very well. I closed a wonderful chapter in television, with extraordinary people, and now I’m enjoying a very good moment both personally and physically,” Lequio told reporters. His departure from television followed Mediaset's decision to end its collaboration with him after a public controversy in November 2025.
For years, Lequio was a constant on Spanish talk shows. His sharp takes and strong presence made him hard to miss. He says leaving was no retreat: after years shaped by TV’s tight schedules and demands, he wanted something different. Now, he calls the shots.
Asked if he spends more time with his daughter, Lequio didn’t hesitate. “Totally.” He is reclaiming time with family that work once took from him, without racing to studios or sitting through production meetings. He says he now finds value in the ordinary.
Lequio has not gone silent; he has changed his platform. “My opinions and reflections no longer fit on television. So now everything I say, I do through my social media; I invite you to follow me,” he said. social media is his new outlet, where he speaks directly to his followers. Spanish media, including ABC and 20minutos, reported that Lequio said his views “no longer fit on screen” and pointed to social media as his basic place for public commentary.
His appearance in Madrid showed that he remains in public life. Lequio describes the move as opening new doors: he wants more freedom and a real connection with his audience.
For Lequio, the change is a choice to define success for himself. He is seeking control and a life that feels right; for anyone in the public eye, he suggests, stepping away can be a bold move.
