Imprisoned Actor Héctor Parra Sends Heartfelt Message to Daughter on MasterChef Mexico
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Actor Héctor Parra, currently imprisoned since 2021, sent a supportive message to his daughter Daniela Parra during her participation in "MasterChef Mexico 24/7."
- The recorded message expressed pride and encouragement, assuring Daniela of his continued support despite their physical separation.
- Daniela was visibly moved by her father's words, expressing her deep love and the sacrifices she makes for him.
Imprisoned actor Héctor Parra found a way to connect with his daughter, Daniela Parra, during a significant moment in her career. Despite serving a sentence for child corruption and abuse since 2021, Parra's voice was heard on the "MasterChef Mexico 24/7" broadcast, offering words of encouragement to his daughter.
The surprise occurred just before the elimination of the second contestant. Daniela was called for a special activity by host Claudia Lizaldi, unaware of the message awaiting her. Lizaldi instructed her to close her eyes and think of the person she missed most, after which Parra's recorded voice filled the studio.
"Hello my beautiful doll! How are you, how is everything? I am prouder of you every day and happy with life, and you are moving forward, baby, and don't be sad, my darling," Parra said in the message. Daniela reacted emotionally, breaking into tears as she listened to her father's words, struggling to maintain composure in front of her fellow contestants.
Throughout the audio, Héctor Parra emphasized his unwavering support, assuring Daniela that their hearts were connected regardless of their physical distance. "You know I am with you, you know that wherever we are and despite the distance our hearts are together and I am with you supporting you," he stated. He also highlighted her strength, urging her to remain resilient. "I want you to know that you are strong, I believe in you and move forward."
After the message concluded, Lizaldi asked Daniela what she missed most about her father. Overcome with emotion, she cited his advice and, particularly, his hugs. Daniela then dedicated her participation to him, tearfully declaring, "I love you. I love you, Dad, with all my heart and I always carry you here with me and you know that for you I do everything I am doing."
¡Hello muñe hermosa!, ¿cómo estás, cómo va todo? Estoy cada día más orgulloso de ti y feliz de la vida, y vas para delante nena, y no te me pongas triste, mamacita
Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.