The first semifinal of Tu cara me suena 13 brought intense competition and memorable performances, with María Parrado emerging as the winner. Her portrayal of a young Céline Dion, singing in French, captivated the jury and audience, earning a standing ovation and the top score of the evening. Unexpected moments and polished performances raised the bar for the current season.
J Kbello stunned viewers and judges with a performance of 'Radioactive' by Imagine Dragons while suspended in the air, pairing live vocals with a dramatic drum routine. The daring act earned him the highest audience score of the night and a place as the edition's first confirmed finalist. Jesulín de Ubrique and María José Campanario also performed as Amistades Peligrosas, displaying chemistry that quickly made their act a show highlight.
Other contestants added energy and unpredictability to the evening. Cristina Castaño opened the gala with a dynamic Dua Lipa impersonation, while Leonor Lavado impressed the jury as Luz Casal, earning its highest score for her rendition of 'Un nuevo día brillará.' Paula Koops and Aníbal Gómez also drew praise for their interpretations of Dolly Parton and Samantha Fox.
Martín Savi brought elegance to the stage as Luis Miguel. Sole Giménez and Miquel Fernández recreated 'Cheek to cheek,' the classic duet originally performed by Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett. The evening also had a playful cake moment: at the audience's request, the cake ended up on the jury president's face.
After guest Pepa Romero appeared, María Parrado passed her prize to Jesulín and María José. The semifinal ended with J Kbello officially advancing to the final. Technical skill and theatrical staging helped make the gala one of the season's most talked-about episodes, with emotional moments adding to its impact. The show's ability to surprise and engage viewers continues to invite comparisons with other major Spanish entertainment events, including Alejandro Sanz's recent concert in Barcelona, which also drew attention for unexpected moments and strong audience reactions, as noted in coverage of major live performances in Spain.
Tu cara me suena remains a fixture of Spanish television, pairing celebrity impersonations with live music and theatrical staging. The format challenges participants to embody iconic artists and has delivered consistent ratings success while giving established and emerging talents a platform. The season ended with a decisive result: Kbello was crowned champion after a semifinal led by Parrado's Céline Dion performance.
The semifinal marked an early key stage in a season that ended with J Kbello taking the overall title. ABC reported that he won the July 2026 grand final with 51% of the public vote, describing him as the contestant with the most gala victories during the edition. His path to the title followed his earlier association with Benidorm Fest, giving his success on the Antena 3 show a striking place in his career.
Tu cara me suena remains a fixture of Spanish television, pairing celebrity impersonations with live music and theatrical staging. Its format challenges participants to embody iconic artists and has proven a consistent ratings success, while providing a platform for established and emerging talents. The final result gave the competition a decisive conclusion, with Kbello crowned champion after a semifinal night led by Parrado's Céline Dion performance.
