On Monday afternoon, thedeath of Gabriela Michel, renowned Mexican dubbing actress and mother of actress Aislinn Derbez, was confirmed.
The news was initially released by the Asociación Nacional de Intérpretes (ANDI) through a statement published on its social networks.
In the message, the institution deeply regretted his departure and highlighted his career in the world of dubbing, where he lent his voice to unforgettable characters in film and television.
Hours after ANDI’s announcement, Aislinn Derbez used her Instagram stories to confirm the death of her mother and to thank the wave of affection she had begun to receive. With a message full of sensitivity, the actress informed that Gabriela Michel passed away due to a heart attack, and asked for respect to live her grieving process:
“At this moment I need to live my grief in peace, in the company of my family, and process this farewell from a place of love. Thank you for accompanying us with sensitivity in this delicate moment.”
The actress, who maintains a constant closeness with her audience on social networks, was immediately showered with messages of support from fans and colleagues in the artistic world.
Criticism of Eugenio Derbez for his appearance at the Emmys
A few hours after the news broke, comments began to emerge on social networks questioning the presence of Eugenio Derbez, Aislinn’s father and Gabriela Michel’s ex-partner, at the Emmy Awards 2025 gala, held on the same day. During the red carpet, the actor was approached by reporters and confirmed that he had just been informed about what had happened.
In an interview with Despierta América, Derbez said: “I just found out, so the truth is that I don’t have much information. I heard what happened and I’m very sorry, I’m going to talk to my daughter now.
His statement showed bewilderment and sadness at the news, although he clarified that he would seek immediate communication with Aislinn.
On Tuesday morning, with more calm and after having been able to accompany his family, the actor shared on social networks an emotional photograph where he appears hugging Aislinn. He accompanied the image with a short but forceful message: “Always with you. I love you.
The publication was received with thousands of comments of support, recognizing the paternal gesture in such a painful moment for his daughter.
Gabriela Michel and Eugenio Buzzy had a relationship in the 1980s, from which Aislinn was born in 1986. Although the actress has acknowledged that her parents had very different personalities and that their relationship was complicated -as she shared in an interview with Yordi Rosado- both managed to maintain a cordial coexistence after their separation. Gabriela later formed a new family with host Jorge Alberto Aguilera, with whom she had two more daughters.
Meanwhile, Alessandra Rosaldo, wife of Eugenio Derbez, also dedicated a message to the memory of the actress, sharing a photo in her stories with the message: “Rest in peace, Gaby”.
After the news and messages from the family spread, both Eugenio and Aislinn Derbez’s networks were filled with condolences. Fans, colleagues and entertainment figures expressed their respect for Gabriela Michel’s legacy and their solidarity with her loved ones.
Rest in peace Gabriela Michel, a voice that left a mark in the world of dubbing and in the lives of those who knew her.
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