Mirtha has reinvented herself, as she did after her mandatory pandemic hiatus when she shifted from lunchtime to nighttime hosting, or changed screens over the years. With this new season, Mirtha is back at the head of the table, making it clear that she is the only figure in Argentine television who, despite the passage of time, remains relevant, and that she is also the 'owner' of a legacy that transcends generations, continuing to showcase Argentineanness program after program. Buenos Aires, January 10 (NA) – Mirtha Legrand returns tonight to turn on the cameras with the start of a new season of 'La noche de Mirtha,' from the city of Mar del Plata, achieving an absolute record in Argentine and world television. According to the Argentine News Agency, as she is about to turn 99 in February, 'La Chiqui' has led her show and Argentine homes for over five uninterrupted decades, who choose her year after year to get all the information about what's happening in the world of entertainment, politics, and our country's economy. The new cycle marks the beginning of season 58, an unprecedented figure for a show hosted by the same person since its creation. Since its debut in 1968, the classic lunch and dinner format has become a central space that has defined and continues to define the national agenda. Over the years, the show has left countless anecdotes that are part of the collective imagination and contribute to the identity of millions of people who grew up accompanied by the mythical figure of Legrand. From memorable encounters with political and entertainment figures to phrases that have been etched into television history, such as: 'As they see you, they treat you' and her controversial 'Carajo, mierda' or the famous 'This show brings luck'. IP Legrand was a witness and protagonist of the great changes in the country and had to adapt her show to different historical contexts, governments, and media transformations.
Mirtha Legrand Returns to Television with New Season
At nearly 99 years old, Argentine TV host Mirtha Legrand returns to the screen with the 58th season of her legendary show. She continues to hold the record as the longest-running TV host in history, remaining relevant and preserving her legacy for decades.