Murió Alfonso Lizarazo, creator of Sábados Felices: Colombia strips away the legend of television

Colombian television is in mourning. Alfonso Lizarazo, creator and first presenter of Sábados Felices, the longest-running and most emblematic humor program on national television, passed away. The news was confirmed this morning, generating a wave of messages of sadness and recognition from comedians, artists, presenters and thousands of television viewers who grew up doing their work.

Lizarazo, who recently reached 85 years of age, left a lasting impression in the history of Colombian television thanks to a format that for decades provided entertainment and laughter to millions of homes.

A legacy that marks generations
Alfonso Lizarazo was the driving force behind Sábados Felices, a space that became a true school for dozens of comedians and one of the programs with the longest run on Colombian television.

His surrounding style, his charisma and his ability to discover new talents made him remember him as one of the most beloved figures on the chic screen for generations.

After learning of his death, social networks were filled with messages of admiration and gratitude for his invaluable contribution to national entertainment.

He was 85 years old
Last December 29, Alfonso Lizarazo celebrated his 85th anniversary. At this point, it became news that comedian Marco Antonio Amaya shared a video on social networks in which he appeared sitting on a sofa, wearing a blue shirt and watching intently in the camera.

The images aroused the attention of their followers, who were interested in their health status and sent messages of affection.

The cause of his death has not yet been confirmed
Even though during the last few years Alfonso Lizarazo had faced some complications related to heart problems, until now his family had not officially informed what was the cause of his death.

It is expected that in the next few hours your loved ones will deliver a statement with greater details about the circumstances of your death and the funeral.

With the departure of Alfonso Lizarazo, Colombia says goodbye to one of the greatest figures of national television, a man who dedicated his life to bringing back millions of people and whose legacy will remain alive in the history of Colombian entertainment.