The country is in mourning after the death of Julio Sánchez Vanegas, a remembered Colombian television and film presenter. Who, at the age of 93, died in Guaduas, Cundinamarca, the place where he was born on July 19, 1930.
Sánchez Vanegas was a pioneer in hosting musical programs on Colombian television. In 1954, he became part of history when he was selected by the General Rojas Pinilla As the first person to appear on television in the country, there he acted as master of ceremonies and gave an unforgettable speech.
In addition, the presenter had four sons: Julio, Jaime, Alberto and Gerardo, who to this day continue his legacy in the media and entertainment.
While Julio Sánchez Cristo, His first-born son is a renowned radio journalist and director of W, his brother Jaime stands out as an announcer, journalist and also television presenter.
It is worth remembering that days ago, Julio Enrique Sánchez Vanegas was in a delicate health situation in a clinic in Bogotá.