As the finale of Survivors approached during the Honduras Connection episode, Carmen Borrego participated in the famous bridge of emotions test. There she remembered her mother and father and spoke words of gratitude that moved many viewers. José Carlos Bernal shared the moment, and then unexpected news from Spain arrived, catching everyone by surprise.
Carmen Borrego opened a parchment on air and revealed a cover announcing a separation between José María Almoguera and Paola Olmedo. He managed to respond with a stunned, almost whispering, Excuse me. Is this true by way of disbelief. He recalled that he had seen them just before heading to Honduras and struggled to reconcile the news with the image of happiness he believed in. Straining to hold back tears, she admitted that she had always believed José María was content with Paola. She wondered aloud what had changed and said she would speak with him because the news felt devastating to her.
While he had previously stated a desire to be reunited with his children, he underscored that the family matters were urgent and that these difficult times for his son needed attention. For him, the situation was deeply distressing because he sensed his son was suffering and he could not be there to help. He promised he would join them soon and stay by his side.
A video summary of last week’s developments aired on the program, highlighting rumors from third parties that had circulated. Despite the chatter, Carmen explained that Paola’s situation remained a concern, noting that Paola would always be the mother of their grandchild. She added that if Paola ever needed anything, she would be there. She also urged a constructive resolution for the children, emphasizing that their well-being mattered most and that the family should aim to maintain stability for the sake of the grandchild they had welcomed home.
There is little doubt that Carmen Borrego will provide essential support for her son upon his return to Spain. She reiterated her willingness to be there whenever he needed her and to do her best to help. She expressed a heartfelt wish to be with him as soon as possible and told him plainly that she needed to be by his side and to hold him when the time comes.
Two abandonments surfaced just days before the premiere. Survivors began with a strong start but quickly faced a wave of resignations. Marietta Popular stepped in after a controversial run on The Island of Temptations, replacing Zayra Gutiérrez, who left shortly after arriving in Honduras. Now Carmen Borrego, who was poised to be a major star of the competition, also faced the possibility of exiting the show as the conditions grew more demanding. The sentiment seemed unprecedented for a competition with such limited airtime.
In her personal note, Carmen Borrego explained after a stint under medical observation that she could not control the high anxiety triggered by the possibility of returning to the competition. She described it as a reactive anxiety state and said the best course was to step away from the program. In a self-penned letter read aloud in Honduras, she reflected on her journey and the moments of resilience she had built. The letter began with a reminder: Dear Carmen, I was very surprised by you, I knew you were a fighter, life made you resilient and you managed to overcome many challenges. As she looked back on the experience, she recognized one of the clearest takeaways: the things that had broken down in her head during this chapter had also become a catalyst for personal growth.
The letter also conveyed her intention to meet others who struggle yet share the same values she holds. She expressed a wish to emerge from the experience with greater courage and confidence, even if some psychological effects lingered. Her reflections suggested a nuanced transformation rather than a simple victory, underscoring that becoming stronger sometimes comes with emotional strain and new insights. The overall message was one of perseverance and self-discovery, as she prepared to face what lay ahead with renewed resolve, and a clearer sense of purpose for the journey still to come.