# Canal 13 Chile celebrity controversy continues

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/canal-13-chile-celebrity-relationship-firings
> Updated: 2026-07-29T14:39:54.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 4.

The pattern at Chile’s Canal 13 of personal controversies influencing employment continues to develop. Earlier in July, actor Alonso Quintero said a podcast about his romance with actress Sigrt Alegría led to his contract’s termination, and veteran actress Carolina Arregui explained that her public divorce caused the loss of her Canal 13 contract. Former Canal 13 personality Álvaro Ballero also denied rumors that alleged staff mistreatment prompted his 2022 departure.

On 14 July, Ballero re‑emerged on Mega’s reality series “¿Volverías con tu ex?” where he compared contestant Ludmida Ksenofontova to a former girlfriend, sparking a debate and criticism from fellow participants who labeled his remarks “machista.” The episode also featured a contestant’s disclosure of childhood sexual abuse. Ballero reiterated that claims of his 2022 dismissal for misconduct were false.

Later, on 29 July, a heated on‑set dispute during a fashion‑show challenge led Ballero to launch a verbal attack that almost turned physical. After other contestants intervened, Ballero announced he was quitting the competition, saying his dignity had been compromised. In a subsequent interview, he affirmed his affection for Ksenofontova and dismissed any link to past Canal 13 issues.

In parallel, Arregui’s July podcast interview detailed how the public revelation of her marital infidelity led to contract loss, financial hardship, and a gradual professional recovery. These developments show how romantic scandals, on‑air conduct, and personal revelations repeatedly affect the careers and public images of high‑profile Chilean TV figures, prompting network scrutiny and contract actions.

## Timeline

### 2026-07-29: Álvaro Ballero leaves 'Volverías con tu ex?' after heated on‑set dispute

Álvaro Ballero quit the Chilean reality show 'Volverías con tu ex?' after a heated fight and later reaffirmed his love for fellow contestant Ludmila Ksenofontova during a live interview.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lvaro-ballero-leaves-volveras-con-tu-ex-after-heated-onset-dispute

### 2026-07-14: Chilean actress Carolina Arregui recounts marital breakup and its impact on her career

Carolina Arregui revealed on a podcast that her divorce from Óscar Rodríguez cost her a Canal 13 job, caused financial hardship, and later became a pivotal personal lesson.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chilean-actress-carolina-arregui-recounts-marital-breakup-and-its-impact-on-her-career

### 2026-07-14: Álvaro Ballero sparks controversy on Chilean reality show “¿Volverías con tu ex?”

Álvaro Ballero’s controversial remarks, a sexual‑abuse confession, and other heated moments fuel drama on Chile’s “¿Volverías con tu ex?” reality show.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lvaro-ballero-denies-misconduct-allegations-surrounding-his-2022-departure-from-chiles-canal-13

### 2026-07-09: Alonso Quintero says romance with Sigrid Alegría led to Canal 13 firing

Chilean actor Alonso Quintero said his relationship with Sigrid Alegría prompted Canal 13 to fire him, citing the channel's conservative stance and media controversy.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alonso-quintero-says-romance-with-sigrid-alegra-led-to-canal-13-firing

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