Belén Esteban returns to Telecinco to address family disputes

Belén Esteban has returned to Telecinco after a three-year absence, appearing on the program ‘¡De Viernes!’ to address long-standing family conflicts. Her return has significantly boosted the channel's ratings, with the interview reaching an 18.7% audience share and over 1.1 million viewers.

Supported by her daughter, Andrea Janeiro, who issued a statement authorizing her mother to “tell the whole truth,” Esteban addressed her relationship with Jesulín de Ubrique and the Janeiro family. Esteban criticized the bullfighter for his perceived emotional absence and highlighted economic disparities in how he supported his daughters, alleging that while one daughter received significant financial help, Andrea faced difficulties with her university studies.

During the broadcast, Esteban also addressed the public presence of Julia Janeiro, whom she referred to as “the Kim Kardashian of Ubrique.” The interview touched upon sensitive childhood experiences Andrea had at the Ambiciones estate and included a direct confrontation with former associates. The high viewership suggests a strong public interest in the personal history and ongoing disputes of these prominent Spanish media figures.