Diez sat down with Minutos magazine for an exclusive conversation about the highly publicized claims surrounding Bernardo Pantoja and his supposed family ties. The discussion centered on a reported link between Bernardo and a man who identified himself as a son, alleging that their connection arose amid a past affair. The guest explained that he had requested a DNA test from Anabel Pantoja to verify his familial relationship, a step he believed was necessary to uncover the truth behind the rumors.
According to the interviewee, Bernardo Pantoja had claimed the existence of a son and described the child as born from an extramarital affair. He recounted that the person in question referred to him as his son, a claim he says was later corroborated when Anabel allegedly sent a formal request via office fax to obtain a DNA test. The document purportedly reached Bernardo through his mother, Merchi. At the time of publication, Anabel had not responded to the alleged brother’s request, and her reaction remained uncertain.
During the discussion, the guest also described the methods reportedly used by Bernardo to test the waters in the past. One example involved concealing the napkin Bernardo had used at dinner, which allegedly led to a laboratory examination that supported Bernardo’s assertions. The interviewee recalled, with a sense of disbelief, that he seized the opportunity when a moment presented itself to retrieve the napkin for testing, and the results allegedly aligned with Bernardo’s story.
In reflecting on his childhood, the guest noted a cordial relationship with the Pantoja family but criticized what he called a lack of support from his father during his most difficult moments.
The interview also clarified that the speaker did not seek fame and identified Anabel as a sister figure. Nevertheless, questions about the family’s motivations for public visibility persisted. He asserted that Bernardo was not accompanied by his own family during his toughest times, describing episodes involving his wife Junco and himself.
Anabel’s defense
The program’s contributors reacted to the revelations with a mix of surprise and skepticism, with some close friends stepping forward to defend Anabel. A notable voice reminded listeners of past appearances where the subject had been photographed by paparazzi, underscoring the complicated dynamic between public attention and private life.
As the discussion continued, questions arose about why the speaker did not pursue the matter sooner and whether a DNA test would ever be conducted to resolve the family question. The narrative suggested that if the opportunity to address the issue had existed earlier, it might have altered the course of events. Viewers will have to wait to see whether the individuals involved take steps to settle this long-standing uncertainty about a potential brother who may have remained unknown until now.