Last Thursday marked the eighth edition of Big Brother VIP, a season that invites 18 celebrities to compete for a prize that can reach as high as 150 thousand euros. The buzz before the premiere centered on one contestant—the driver who accompanied María Teresa Campos. He returned to the spotlight following the news of Campos’s recent passing on September 5, a loss that continues to resonate across audiences and within the show’s dynamic.
Although the contract signing and the formal introduction of the newcomer happened prior to Campos’s death, the Campos family weighed in on air, with her daughters Terelu and Carmen Borrego pointing to the driver as a potential entry into the reality program. Their comments suggested a desire to manage how the public would perceive the connection between the driver and María Teresa Campos, especially given the delicate nature of recent events. According to La Razón, the sisters and the driver met to discuss a few requests and to understand the driver’s motivation for joining the Telecinco program.
What were Terelu and Carmen’s circumstances?
The central issue for Terelu and Carmen was ensuring that the driver did not disclose or amplify their close ties to María Teresa Campos, particularly in light of the fallout surrounding Campos’s final relationship with Edmundo Arrocet. The Campos family carries memories of that chapter with care, recognizing how it shaped public perception and personal feelings. They emphasized a wish to avoid reopening those wounds on national television, preferring to keep certain aspects of the past private while still supporting the contestant’s entry into the show.
Your second mother
The driver has repeatedly stated that María Teresa was not merely a television idol in Spain but also a second mother to him. He has made clear that his relationship with her was affectionate and influential, and he has described her as a guiding force who encouraged him to seize every opportunity that television might offer. The bond between them was described as supportive and deeply personal, a factor he believed added a meaningful layer to his presence on the program.
Gustavo stood by Maria Teresa until the very end of her life, a testament to the closeness they shared. Even as her health deteriorated and she could not participate in public appearances, his loyalty remained evident. The show’s producers and fans alike have watched this evolving relationship with interest, noting how personal narratives intersect with a public competition in ways that can shape viewers’ connection to the cast.