Francisco Jose Rivera Pantoja, better known as Kiko Rivera, was discharged from Virgen del Rocío hospital in Seville shortly before 3:00 pm this Monday after a brief stay following a stroke. The medical episode led to his admission on the preceding Friday morning, when family members reported he experienced a sudden neurological event accompanied by severe headaches. He was kept under observation for further assessment and care at the Seville hospital before being allowed to return home to continue his recovery under medical guidance.
Sources close to the family confirmed that Isabel Pantoja, a prominent figure in Rivera’s life, remains a central presence during this period. Rivera is currently at home in Castilleja de la Cuesta, a municipality near Seville, where he will continue his rehabilitation and any necessary follow-up treatments as advised by his doctors. The family has requested privacy as he adjusts to life after the event and navigates the required medical revisions in the coming weeks.
In the days leading up to the stroke, Rivera experienced persistent headaches and reported feeling unwell enough to prompt urgent medical evaluation. The decision to hospitalize was made to rule out complications and to ensure rapid access to specialized care if needed. While the stroke was a serious incident, clinicians focused on stabilizing his condition and planning a tailored recovery program that could address both the immediate needs and longer-term health considerations.
At 38 years of age, Rivera has been managing other health concerns, including elevated uric acid levels and type 1 diabetes, which requires regular insulin. These factors can influence stroke risk and recovery, underscoring the importance of comprehensive medical oversight during convalescence. There is no prior personal history of stroke in Rivera’s records, but his current health status calls for careful monitoring and adherence to treatment regimens to support his return to daily routines and public commitments.