Journalist Cristina Pardo Virto is leaving La Sexta after 20 years [1] to join Antena 3 as a prime-time host.
This transition marks a significant shift for the Spanish media landscape, as Pardo moves from a long-term tenure at one of the country's major networks to a high-profile weekly slot at another.
Pardo's final broadcast on the program "Más Vale Tarde" took place on Friday, June 12, 2024 [2]. During her two decades at La Sexta [1], she became a central figure in the network's journalistic output. The move to Antena 3 is described as a new professional project that will see her lead a weekly show during the network's prime-time hours [1].
Reflecting on her time with the broadcaster, Pardo expressed gratitude for the career growth she experienced. "Gracias a esta cadena por tantas oportunidades," Pardo said [3].
Beyond the professional milestones, Pardo shared a lighthearted reflection on her image over the last 20 years. "No sé cómo no me han detenido por los peinados que he llevado," Pardo said [1].
The departure ends a chapter that began long before her most recent role on "Más Vale Tarde." Pardo, born in 1977 [4], has spent a substantial portion of her professional life at La Sexta, evolving alongside the network's growth in the Madrid-based media market [1].
Her transition to Antena 3 comes as the network seeks to strengthen its prime-time offerings with established journalistic talent. The move is expected to reposition Pardo's influence within the Spanish television industry as she shifts from a daily program to a weekly format [1].
“"Gracias a esta cadena por tantas oportunidades"”
The departure of a 20-year veteran like Pardo suggests a strategic talent acquisition by Antena 3 to capture a specific journalistic demographic. By moving a trusted face from a daily news-commentary format to a weekly prime-time slot, the network is likely attempting to pivot toward high-impact, appointment viewing rather than the rapid-fire cycle of daily broadcasts.
