Jesus Pantoja traveled to capture farewell moments with Asraf Beno just before the contestant kicks off his Surviving challenge. On set, a colleague working on the Ana Rosa program watched with tears in her eyes as she opened up about how hard it was to say goodbye. Her words carried the weight of someone who had seen a close partner head into an unfamiliar journey, and she admitted how tough the moment felt for her.
In her reflections, she described a sense of darkness surrounding the day. She spoke about the way the world seemed to dim while she reflected on the absence of the person she was about to part ways with. She admitted that she would soon head home and face the reality that he would not be there. The emotion was clear as she shared her concern about the change in her daily life and the absence of a familiar presence in the home she would return to.
During a live broadcast, she opened up about how much she misses the person she shares her life with. She explained that this moment stands out as the most ordinary part of her life in the midst of his absence, a reality that brought tears as she spoke of the change and the sense of loss that followed. The moment underscored how personal connections provide stability even when faced with a surprising new chapter on screen.
Jesus recounted that Asraf was visibly excited about the adventure ahead, and she did not want to appear overwhelmed by emotion in his presence. She shared that she tried to stay encouraging and supportive, aiming to lift his spirits, but the moment proved overwhelming. In the end, the emotional strain overwhelmed her, and she found herself collapsing to the ground as the tears continued to flow.
Regarding the role his partner would play on the island, Isa offered a clear view of the dynamic. She expressed strong trust in him, noting that the greatest challenge would be hunger rather than fear or doubt. She emphasized that he was entering the experience with high energy, solid preparation, and a determined mindset, ready to face what lay ahead with resilience and vigor.