The Cuban entertainment community is in mourning following the unexpected death of comedian José Téllez, known as “El Chico Bombón.” The news was confirmed by Carlos Otero, who shared the details of this tragic loss on his show.
Yesterday, Otero received calls from employees of two television channels, who informed him of rumors about Téllez's death. At first, Otero had no clear information, but after contacting a reliable source, the sad reality became clear: José had passed away.
Otero was shocked, recalling that he had recently spoken to Téllez about his health, as he was hypertensive. The news was hard to believe, but was confirmed when a close friend of Téllez, a doctor, decided to go to his apartment after being unable to contact him.
When the doctor arrived, he found José's car in the parking lot, but he got no response when he knocked on the door. Worried, he called the owner of the apartment, who allowed him to enter. It was then that they discovered José in his bed, in a deplorable condition.
At this time, the results of the autopsy are awaited to determine the exact cause of his death. José lived alone and his family resides in Cuba, so his friends and colleagues have come together to pay tribute to him and help with funeral expenses.
The community has shown its support, and a private collection has been started among friends to cover the funeral costs, which amount to $34,000. So far, $22,000 has been raised. Otero stressed that the donation is kept private and is only shared with those close to the comedian.
José Téllez, who was 56 years old, was a dedicated professional and loved by everyone. Otero recalled moments when he joked with him, and highlighted his jovial and professional character. Sadness invaded everyone, because losing a friend and colleague like him is a hard blow for the artistic community.
Finally, Otero called for reflection, reminding us that life is ephemeral and that we must value our loved ones. The news of José Téllez's death is a reminder of how important it is to live in the present and celebrate the lives of those who have made us laugh.
