Spanish-language journalism in the United States is in mourning after confirming the death of Ezequiel Perez, renowned journalist and television host of Univision Noticias, whose career left a deep mark among colleagues, friends and audiences who for years followed his news work. The news was confirmed by colleagues of the network and provoked a wave of farewell messages on social networks, where he was remembered not only for his professionalism, but also for his human qualities.
Ezequiel Perez was a highly respected figure in U.S. Hispanic journalism, especially among those who shared newsrooms, coverage and long working days with him. His death came as a surprise to many of his colleagues, who publicly expressed their grief and gratitude for having shared his professional path.
Ilia Calderón in mourning
Among the first Univision figures to bid him farewell was journalist Ilia Calderón, who shared emotional messages on her social networks.
Ilia Calderón recalled that she had known Ezequiel Pérez since her arrival in the United States in 2001, when he welcomed her with open arms both personally and professionally.
In his message, he revealed that only on December 25 they had met and that Ezequiel Perez had expressed his desire to recover from a health problem he was facing.
“From the time I came to the United States in 2001 you opened your arms to me and never closed them again. We worked together in The Two Sides of Palmetto. Last December 25 you promised me that you were going to get better and we would see each other when you returned to Miami,” wrote Ilia Calderón, words that moved colleagues and followers.
Also Enrique Acevedo
Journalist Enrique Acevedo, also an emblematic face of Univision Noticias, joined the tributes with a farewell message in which he highlighted the professional imprint of Ezequiel Pérez.
“We will miss you, dear Eze, your mark remains in every story told and in those of us who were lucky enough to work and learn at your side,” he wrote.
What did Ezequiel Perez die of?
So far, the official causes of death of the driver and journalist have not been made public.
However, farewell messages from his colleagues hinted that Ezequiel Pérez had been experiencing health problems in recent weeks, although no specific details have been provided. Family members and the network have not issued any additional information on the matter.
Ezequiel Perez developed most of his career at Univision Noticias, now N+ Univision, where he participated in different news projects since the early 2000s.
One of the most memorable programs of his career was “Los dos lados del Palmetto”, in which he addressed key issues for the Hispanic community along with Ilia Calderón, with a binational approach between the United States and Latin America.
His approachable style, his journalistic ethics and his willingness to support younger colleagues made him a beloved figure in the newsroom.
This was also reflected by executive producer Silvia Salgado, who bid him farewell with a message full of symbolism and affection.
“Today the sky smells of Cuban coffee. Don Ezequiel is surely out there, spreading smiles and serving his coffee with love. Here we are left with that aroma that remains in our memories”.
A legacy that remains
The death of Ezequiel Perez leaves a void in U.S. Hispanic journalism, but also a legacy of commitment to information, closeness to the audience and camaraderie within the media.
For many Latino journalists, their story represents the efforts of those who built careers far from their home country and helped strengthen Spanish-language journalism in the U.S.
His colleagues agree on one thing: Ezequiel Pérez will be remembered not only for what he told in front of the cameras, but also for the human imprint he left behind them.
