With their hearts broken and in tears, they have expressed their pain.
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This Thursday, September 19, 2024, the world of Colombian humor was in mourning after the death of Fabiola Posada, affectionately known as ‘La Gorda Fabiola’. The sad news was confirmed by her husband, comedian Nelson Polanía, known as ‘Polilla’. Since then, her followers and colleagues have flooded social media with messages of condolences and tributes to the beloved comedian.
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Fabiola Posada left an indelible mark on the hearts of her fans and colleagues. Pedro Antonio González, better known as ‘Don Jediondo’, shared his deep pain in an interview with Caracol Radio. With tears in his eyes, he remembered the almost 30 years he shared with her on the set. “The chubby girl left us, she was the mother of comedians,” he said. According to ‘Don Jediondo’, Fabiola had told him a few days ago that she was feeling better, which makes her departure even more shocking.
#Viral “The chubby girl has left us. She is the mother of comedians”: Don Jediondo cried live on air over the death of La Gorda Fabiola and spoke about her health problem. In the middle of an interview for Caracol Radio, the comedian also recalled the relationship that existed between the two. pic.twitter.com/nuXfMSdh7s
— Breaking News Col (@ultimahoracol_) September 19, 2024
Another colleague, Juan Ricardo Lozano, known as ‘Alerta’ or ‘Cuentahuesos’, also shared his pain on social media. He thanked the moments he had lived with Fabiola and described her as the “chubby girl of all Colombia.” “Comadre, thank you for so many things we’ve experienced, thank you for loving my family, thank you for every day we spent on set.
For your laughter, madness and fun. Rest in peace,” she wrote.
The presenter of ‘Sábados Felices’, Humberto El Gato Rodríguez, in an interview with Noticias Caracol, recalled how Fabiola and Polilla welcomed him more than 13 years ago on the show. “We know how important Gordita was, is and continues to be for all of us. Fabiola was the first person who, alongside Polilla, her husband, welcomed me, more than 13 years ago, in the warmest and most friendly way,” he said, highlighting the importance she had in his professional and personal life.
Oscar Risaloca, also part of the cast of ‘Sábados Felices’, lamented the loss and sent messages of solidarity. “We lost the mother of the cast, a wonderful and special woman,” he commented.
A big hug and solidarity for my dear friend @polillafeliz Now to all of Gordita Fabiola’s family. May God give you strength, what sad news.
The mother of the cast of @HappySaturdays a wonderful and special woman with everyone— Oscar Risaloca (@risalocahumor) September 19, 2024
The sadness over his passing has resonated throughout the country. Piter Albeiro reflected on the fragility of life and the importance of appreciating every moment shared. “Every time a close friend passes away, I reflect on how little we sometimes value the simple fact of sharing,” he wrote on his social networks.
Every time a close friend passes away, I reflect on how fragile life is and how little some of us value the simple fact of sharing and enjoying life, stopping saving things for “a special occasion” that may never come. 😭💔
— Piter Albeiro (@PITERALBEIRO) September 19, 2024
Mono Sánchez also joined the tribute, expressing his pain at the passing of his friend and partner. “The ‘Gordita’ of Sábados Felices has not left, the ‘Gordita’ of Colombia has left,” he said, recalling her incomparable humor and unique talent.
Fabiola, goodbye… pic.twitter.com/OLhseBVECQ
— EL MONO SANCHEZ ®️ (@elmonosanchezof) September 19, 2024
Many personalities, including comedians, politicians, showbiz figures, and presenters, have expressed their deep sorrow at the death of Fabiola Posada, which leaves a void in the hearts of all Colombians, but her legacy will live on in the memory of those who knew and loved her. Her laughter and charisma will live on in every corner of Colombia.
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