Xavier López ‘Chabelo’ Dies: Mexican Comedian & Children’s TV Host Was 88
deadline.comXavier López Rodríguez, known as “Chabelo,” died at the age of 88. “This is a very sad morning, Xavier Lopez Chabelo, father, brother and husband has left us suddenly due to abdominal complications,” read a message on his official Twitter feed.
López was best known for hosting the long-running children’s Sunday variety show En Familia con Chabelo. The Televisa show made its debut in 1967 and ran for 48 years, ending its run in 2015.
Mexican president, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, who shares a last name with the television host but has no relation, took to social media to express his condolences. “Hugs to family and friends for the death of Xavier López “Chabelo.” How can I forget that my eldest son woke up early to see him over 40 years ago,” he tweeted.Esta es una mañana muy triste, Xavier Lopez Chabelo , padre, hermano y esposo nos ha dejado de manera súbita, causa de complicaciones abdominales.
Chabelo hosted the children’s show dressed as a kid wearing suspenders with a singular voice that was often imitated by his fans.
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