Spanish television presenter Jesús Vázquez said he required therapy and experienced depression following his departure from Mediaset [1].

The revelation highlights the psychological toll of high-profile career transitions in the Spanish media industry. Vázquez's account suggests a disconnect between professional longevity and corporate loyalty.

Speaking on the program “La Noche de Aimar” on May 20, 2026 [2], Vázquez said the end of his tenure with the network was a period of significant emotional distress. He said that the conclusion of his time there was not a positive experience and that he felt his contributions were not reciprocated [3].

Vázquez spent a significant portion of his career at the network. Reports on his tenure vary, with some sources stating he served for more than 20 years [4] and others citing more than 30 years [1].

"No fue un final bonito y necesité terapia. Les di mi vida y no me sentí correspondido," Vázquez said [3].

The presenter said that the lack of perceived appreciation led to a state of sadness and grief. This emotional decline was severe enough that he considered leaving the television industry entirely [5]. He said that he left the company feeling depressed and in need of professional help [6].

"Fue una decepción que me llevó a un estado de tristeza y pena. Me llegué a plantear dejarlo todo," Vázquez said [5].

The interview provided a rare look at the mental health struggles of a public figure during a professional transition. Vázquez said that the feeling of being unappreciated by the company he had served for years was the primary driver of his depression [3].

"Salí deprimido, me hacía falta ayuda," Vázquez said [6].

“No fue un final bonito y necesité terapia. Les di mi vida y no me sentí correspondido.”

Vázquez's transparency regarding his mental health and his relationship with Mediaset reflects a growing trend of public figures addressing workplace burnout and corporate misalignment. By detailing his need for therapy and his thoughts of quitting the industry, he brings attention to the precarious nature of long-term contracts in commercial television, where personal loyalty often clashes with corporate restructuring.