President Gabriel Boric interrupted an official event to visit 88-year-old actor Héctor Noguera, who is in delicate health. The family issued a statement confirming the performer has been under medical treatment for weeks. Boric excused himself at the event, saying he needed to bid farewell to someone close to departing.
On Monday, October 27, 2025, during the 2025 public account of the National Advisory Council for Children, Adolescents and Youth at the Palacio de La Moneda, President Gabriel Boric announced his early departure. 'Disculpen que tenga que partir un poquito antes, tengo que ir a despedir a una persona que está próxima a partir, así que es un imponderable, sino me hubiese quedado todo el tiempo necesario', the president said to the attendees.
According to Presidencia, Boric visited 88-year-old Héctor Noguera at his home in Santiago, where the renowned actor is in delicate health. The family environment confirmed this episode, which has kept his loved ones on alert.
Later, Noguera's family issued an official statement: 'Con respecto a los rumores acerca del estado de salud de Héctor Noguera, comunicamos que a sus 88 años, ha estado las últimas semanas en tratamiento médico y continúa en ese proceso'. They thanked the public's concern and requested respect for family privacy, without providing further details on his condition.
Despite his situation, Noguera remains active in the acting world. He currently stars in the Mega teleserie 'Aguas de Oro' and continues with his theater play 'Caballo de feria'. This presidential visit highlights the public appreciation for the performer's iconic career in Chilean theater and television.