Desirée Cordero, a prominent Spanish model from Seville, will make her first guest appearance on Antena 3’s popular game show Pasapalabra from July 28 to 30. Presented by Roberto Leal, the programme brings celebrity guests into word- and alphabet-based rounds, where they help contestants build advantages for the final challenge. Cordero will support contestants as they accumulate valuable seconds for the round, where participants compete for the show’s jackpot.
The format is built around language challenges and typically runs for about 30 minutes. Antena 3 distributes episodes through Atresplayer; its listing for October 23, 2026, identifies the broadcast as programme 1638. The show’s recurring use of celebrity helpers gives Cordero a place in a format that combines contestants’ knowledge with guests’ assistance.
Born on September 13, 1993, Cordero rose to national prominence after being crowned Miss Universo España in 2014, succeeding Patricia Yurena. That year, she represented Spain at the Miss Universe pageant and secured a place among the top ten finalists. Her modeling career led to collaborations with major brands such as Victoria’s Secret and appearances on magazine covers, including Harper’s Bazaar. She has also built a social-media following, sharing aspects of her professional and personal life.
Alongside her work in fashion, Cordero’s personal relationships have attracted public attention. She was linked to footballer Cristiano Ronaldo between 2016 and 2017. Reports have also associated her with Joaquín Correa, while Enzo Rennella has been named in coverage as well. In 2021, she began a relationship with actor Mario Casas; the couple separated in early 2022. Her public statements and social-media activity indicated that the split was amicable.
Cordero’s appearance follows a familiar approach in Spanish entertainment programming: bringing figures known for work beyond television into a studio competition. The appearance also reflects television’s interest in personalities whose public profiles extend beyond the screen. A similar crossover can be seen in the upcoming match between Natalia MX and Clerss at La Velada del Año, recently highlighted in a feature on major streaming events.
For viewers, the appearance offers a chance to see Cordero take on a different role from her work in fashion and her public profile. Pasapalabra relies on celebrity guests to help contestants maximize their chances in the final round, while its language-based format puts the emphasis on quick recall and word knowledge. Cordero’s move from pageants and fashion campaigns to mainstream television reflects the continuing crossover between celebrity culture and entertainment programming in Spain.
