Following the news that the long‑running show Save Me has been canceled, TV Factory issued an early statement clarifying the decision’s impact and reflecting on a remarkable era of television for the program. The producer of the Telecinco afternoon slot released the note on Monday afternoon, with Mediaset circulating the message across the morning. The result is a clear confirmation: a collaboration that endured for fourteen consecutive years has reached its end, marking a significant chapter in Spanish broadcasting history.
In the message, the producer describes the program as a landmark that reshaped audience expectations and the way television is discussed. It drew in millions of viewers throughout its run and has already become a reference point for other radio and television programs seeking to emulate its winning format. The statement also nods to accolades such as the Iris Critics Awards the show earned in 2019, and it expresses gratitude toward Mediaset España for backing a format deemed as innovative as Sálvame. The tone is one of affection and respect, highlighting the immense loyalty of viewers and the contributions of a talented team that includes more than six hundred fifty professionals who worked behind the scenes and on screen to bring the program to life.
The producers acknowledge that finales are not easy, and they note that a few weeks remain for the Sálvame family to bid farewell to their audience. They emphasize that Sálvame stands as the longest‑running afternoon program in the history of Spanish television, a legacy that has embedded itself in the country’s popular culture and stands alongside other legendary shows of previous eras. The message reinforces the emotional resonance of the farewell and celebrates the enduring impact the program has had on its fans and the broader media landscape.
The statement also expresses gratitude to everyone who followed the show with passion for fourteen years. It hints at future phases in television that will carry the audience into new experiences, suggesting that new stages will arrive and captivate just as strongly, if not more so. This reflects the show’s enduring reputation and the anticipation surrounding what comes next for Telecinco’s afternoon programming.
La Fábrica de la Tele later confirmed the development, noting that senior leaders Óscar Cornejo and Adrián Madrid were aware of the cancellation as soon as the media reported it. The company’s leadership acknowledged the surrounding uncertainty and communicated directly with the staff of Telecinco, ensuring that professionals understood the situation as it unfolded. The report indicates that the information circulating in the press was accurate and that the transition would be finalized with a formal farewell broadcast. The tone of the confirmation underscores a sense of shared experience among those who contributed to Save Me since its inception. (Citation: La Fábrica de la Tele.)
In subsequent remarks, administrators conveyed their disappointment with the way the new management at Mediaset had handled the dissemination of the news, stressing that the program’s end should have been managed with more consideration for the team and the audience. They stated that such an ending had not been earned and expressed hope that the end could still reflect the show’s long‑standing significance. The dialogue among executives and journalists suggests a complicated transition period for the network as it recalibrates its afternoon lineup and seeks to preserve the trust of viewers who have followed Save Me across more than a decade. (Citation: La Fábrica de la Tele.)