Charly López reacts to accusations of not supporting his mother amid health crisis
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Charly López is unaware of his mother's critical health condition, including a recent finger amputation due to diabetes.
- His mother, Doña Elvia Celia Ortega, and siblings allege López has been absent and hasn't provided financial support.
- López expressed willingness to support his mother but wants reconciliation with his siblings first.
Singer Charly López claims he was unaware of the serious health issues his mother, Doña Elvia Celia Ortega, has been facing, including a recent finger amputation necessitated by her diabetes.
López, who was recently seen at a dental clinic with other celebrities, stated he is open to reconnecting with his mother and offering support. However, he indicated that any reconciliation would need to include his siblings, with whom he has had a strained relationship.
This comes after a magazine interview where López's mother and older siblings, Ariadna and René, detailed his alleged estrangement and lack of support. They recounted how René has been the primary caregiver, assisting with daily needs, medication, and medical appointments. The family also highlighted the difficulties Doña Elvia Celia faces due to living on the second floor of a building, limiting her mobility.
The family's interview also touched upon the rift that began in 2020 during the pandemic. According to them, Charly López entrusted his mother with managing a business, but a dispute arose when she reportedly noticed irregularities and he allegedly failed to pay her promised funds.
Currently, the family is requesting Charly's assistance in securing a more accessible, single-story home for their mother and in finding a nurse to help René with her ongoing care. López's public reaction suggests a potential shift, but the path to family reconciliation remains complex.
he is not aware of the amputation that his mother suffered
Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.