Mario Pergolini returns to TV after mother Beatriz's death

Argentine broadcaster Mario Pergolini came back to his late‑night program “Otro día perdido” after a brief hiatus following the passing of his mother, Beatriz. Opening the show, he thanked viewers for their support and, in his trademark dark humor, quipped that he even had “funeral jokes.”

His eldest son, Tomás Pergolini, also appeared on the broadcast, recalling his grandmother’s strength, sharing personal memories, and expressing a lingering “debt” for never having cooked for her. The segment blended humor and heartfelt tribute, resonating with the audience and generating a wave of online condolences.