The news of the death of Ezequiel Perez, veteran journalist and producer for the Univision Network, has left a deep void in U.S. television.
After confirming his departure on January 13, 2026, the news community has poured out its grief on social networks, revealing details about the communicator’s last days and the health battle he was facing discreetly.
A life dedicated to information
Ezequiel Perez was not just a name in the credits; he was a key figure in the Univision structure in Miami.
His colleagues describe him as a tireless professional and a mentor for new generations.
His work in emblematic programs and projects such as “Los dos lados del Palmetto” consolidated his reputation as an extraordinary writer and communicator, film and culture lover.
The emotional farewell of Ilia Calderon and Enrique Acevedo
Perez’s relevance in the industry is reflected in the messages of the most important figures in Hispanic news.
Ilia Calderón, Univision’s star host, shared a message that sheds light on the journalist’s state of health before his death.
Calderon revealed that she had a meeting with Ezequiel on December 25.
In that meeting, the journalist expressed his desire to recover from the health problems that afflicted him, with the promise to return soon to the Miami forums.
Ilia’s message, “See you around Eze, I love you always,” has gone viral among the network’s followers.
For his part, Enrique Acevedo highlighted the learning experience he had gained at Pérez’s side, noting that his imprint remains in every story he helped tell during decades of professional career.
What is known about the causes of his death
Although the family and the network have kept the specific diagnosis private, it is known that Ezequiel Perez was going through a delicate period that kept him away from the screen in recent months.
So far, no official statement has been issued confirming the exact cause of death, which has generated a wave of respect and solidarity from the audience that faithfully followed him.
The legacy of the “cafecito cubano”.
Beyond his journalistic rigor, Ezequiel will be remembered for his human warmth.
Silvia Salgado, another figure close to the communicator, recalled his tradition of sharing the “cafecito cubano” in the newsroom, a gesture that symbolized his ability to unite the team even in the days of greatest news pressure.
Latino journalism in the United States bids farewell to one of its most beloved architects, a man who, from production and writing, helped give a voice to the immigrant community for more than 25 years.
