Argentine chef Christian Petersen was hospitalized in critical condition after decompensating during an excursion to Volcán Lanín in Patagonia. A video from a year ago where he discusses death went viral, with many viewing it as premonitory. Prior to the incident, he endured a personal loss and exhibited a strange symptom that alerted his guide.
Christian Petersen, a renowned Argentine chef, suffered a severe incident on December 19, 2025, during an expedition to Volcán Lanín in Patagonia. Reports indicate he decompensated while climbing, leading to his hospitalization in critical condition. Journalist Fernanda Iglesias revealed that minutes before the collapse, Petersen showed a 'strange symptom' that acted as the first alarm signal. This enabled the designated guide to intervene promptly and save his life.
Three months prior to the excursion, Petersen had endured a significant personal loss, which he described as 'very terrible' in a television appearance. This profound grief provides emotional context to his current situation. Additionally, a video from a year ago, in which he appeared on a TV program and spoke about death, resurfaced on social media. The phrase uttered by Petersen has been deemed 'premonitory' by many, stirring emotion among his followers.
Actor Facundo Arana, who shared his own near-death experience during an Everest ascent, commented on Petersen's preparation for Volcán Lanín. Arana emphasized that the chef 'knew what he was doing,' drawing parallels between the risks of both expeditions. In solidarity, chef Jimena Monteverde, a friend of Petersen, posted an emotional message on social media wishing him a speedy recovery.
Petersen's hospitalization has rallied Argentina's culinary community, underscoring the dangers of extreme activities in Patagonia.