MasterChef Mexico is one of the most watched and famous culinary shows on Mexican television that since its first broadcast in 2015, when it was hosted by Anette Michel, has had various versions for both adults and children and even a special edition where some celebrities join the challenge and visit the most famous kitchen in Mexico.
Throughout 11 seasons, the gastronomic television program has undergone some changes in terms of the cast of judges, because after Anette left the leadership of the realitythe emblematic and beloved chefs Benito Molina and Adrián Herrera also stopped appearing.
The latter’s departure was the most controversial, since he assured that he was not fired by the company and found out about the news through the media. Apparently again MasterChef Mexico it will make a change and the end of an era comes, as both chef Betty and chef Josera announced their departure from the culinary program.
This February 20, through their social networks, the most beloved pair of judges of the famous television program confirmed the news of their departure from reality, respectively sharing a statement in which they thank the TV Azteca production for the opportunity and the shared time. In addition, they reported that they will continue with new projects in their careers.
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On February 9, I communicated my decision in writing not to be part of this new stage of Master Chef Mexico.
I declared my appreciation for the time shared.
My respect for Tv Azteca and Master Chef México have been demonstrated in 8 years and 11 seasons. pic.twitter.com/RIpPKMcOCY— Betty Vazquez/www.garzacanela.com (@chef_betty) February 20, 2023
The departure of the emblematic chef Betty will be one of the most painful for the public, since it is the only one that has remained throughout the entire program. However, although she did not say the reason for her departure, she shared in her statement that she told the production of her departure from reality.
For his part, chef José Ramón Castillo wrote that the reason for his departure is because the television station did not confirm his participation in this new season, so he decided to focus on other personal projects, leaving the door open to a possibility to return in the future, as he assured that it is not a “goodbye”, but a “see you soon”.
Thank you for being my accomplices in the great path that was MasterChef Mexico! @ssmester #HernanAlbarenque @angeloaponte @TheCodigoFercho @alfredoballes @kmiret @jehormaeche #augustoramirez @germanporras @chef_betty @TatianaPalacios @gipsychef already @Aztec pic.twitter.com/ERtY3ubRU7
— Chef JoséRa Castillo (@JoseRaCastillo) February 20, 2023
First of all, I want to thank all the public that supported me during the seasons in which I participated in ‘MasterChef México’. It was a real pride to be part of a great program, as well as having been part of a great team.
After not receiving news about the new season, calendar or planning, I was forced to say goodbye to ‘MasterChef México’. I take great lessons and friends. It was a good path and I appreciate the support of the viewers, as well as TV Azteca.
I am excited about the new projects that I have at the door and this is not a goodbye, but a see you soon.