In mid-June 2025, a fake video circulated on TikTok claiming that Adela Noriega, an iconic Mexican actress who has been retired since 2008, had passed away after a supposed battle with cancer.
The clip included a voiceover purportedly from Lili Estefan and attributed the announcement to Univision, with no official endorsement. Noriega’s prolonged absence from the public eye amplified speculation on social networks.
Mauricio Islas breaks silence and clarifies the situation
Mauricio Islas, who starred in telenovelas with Noriega such as El Manantial and Amor Real, stated on Venga la Alegría that he was disbelieved when he saw the video.
After identifying the manipulation through artificial intelligence and doing a little research, he avoided contacting Adela’s sister so as not to alarm her unnecessarily.
Subsequently, he communicated directly with her to confirm that “everything is fine, everything is in order, we have communication from time to time”.
Islas also described the news as an example of the negative impact of fake news, especially when the public figure opts for continued anonymity.
Why does Adela Noriega keep silent?
According to Islas, Noriega’s retirement was a conscious decision to preserve his private life.
He stressed that she was always reserved even when she was active on television, and he is not surprised that she has decided to disappear completely from the public eye.
Her silence does not mean a health problem, but a clear preference to live away from networks or cameras.
Life in the U.S. and sporadic appearances
The Ventaneando program, along with journalists such as Martha Figueroa, mentioned that Noriega may be living discreetly in Miami, involved in real estate, and not interested in responding to public speculation.
Her sister, Reyna, also denied past rumors of cancer, assuring that the actress was in good condition.
Recientemente, Carla Estrada dijo que quería traer de regreso a la televisión a Adela Noriega en una telenovela, pero no se sabe si la actriz acepte
What does this mean for the U.S. Hispanic community?
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Verify before sharing: this case shows how even well-known voices can be faked by AI.
He understands the right to privacy: Noriega exercised his decision to retire and keep his life discreet, something that should be respected.
Avoid spreading rumors: sharing unconfirmed information causes confusion and distress among followers and family members.
Through her friend and colleague Mauricio Islas, it is confirmed that Adela Noriega is alive, in good health and maintains occasional communication with her loved ones.
The rumors arose from a video manipulated by artificial intelligence, with no medical or family support.
His retirement from public life was voluntary, and his silence does not indicate illness, but rather a firm choice to protect his private life.
Find out more at ‘QueOnnda.com’.
