Entertainment
Don Francisco to return to Univision with new variety program
The former Sábado Gigante host will lead a series of special broadcasts set to debut in October.
The short version
- Television host Don Francisco is returning to Univision for a new program titled Gigantes con Don Francisco.
- The show will air as a limited series of special episodes rather than a weekly broadcast, streaming on ViX following its television debut.
- Specific broadcast dates and guest lineups for the October premiere have not yet been announced.
Key facts
- Don Francisco is returning to Univision to host a new variety show titled Gigantes con Don Francisco.[The Hollywood Reporter]
- The program is planned as a series of special broadcasts highlighting nostalgia, interviews, and reunions rather than a standard weekly broadcast.[The Hollywood Reporter]
- The show is scheduled to debut on Univision in October, with episodes made available to stream on ViX the day after airing.[The Hollywood Reporter]
- The production will include a house band, cash prizes, and a vehicle giveaway.[The Hollywood Reporter]
What remains uncertain
- Univision has not yet disclosed an exact premiere date in October or the roster of guests.[The Hollywood Reporter]
Sources
- ‘Sábado Gigante’ Host Don Francisco to Return to Univision With New Variety Show (Exclusive)The Hollywood Reporter metered