Alejandra Gómez, the Host of 'Mañana Express,' Passed Away Suddenly on Her 43rd Birthday — A Friend Shared What Happened

A beloved journalist and familiar face on Colombian morning television died unexpectedly instead of celebrating her special day.

Alejandra Gómez was a part of many viewers’ mornings. Throughout her career, she earned the respect of colleagues and the affection of the public. However, behind her charisma, she was going through a complex personal time that only her closest circle knew about.

The news of her passing was not shared immediately, as her loved ones made a joint decision to protect her memory and prevent speculation. In time, the silence gave way to heartfelt tributes filled with love, memories, and reflections on her life and career.

With testimonials from a close friend and expressions of affection from her team and followers, the final days of a woman who left a lasting mark on Colombian journalism can now be more fully understood.

A Long-Standing Career in Television

The journalist from Cali, Valle del Cauca, worked for various media outlets, including RCN, where she was part of the "Mañana Express (Morning Express)" show, as well as on Canal Red Más, City TV, Telepacífico, and Canal Capital.

She began her career at a young age and, over the years, established herself as a well-known name in the country's news industry.

According to RCN Televisión, her death on August 10, 2025, the day of her 43rd birthday, shocked the media community.

An Announcement That Was Delayed

Her death was publicly confirmed four days after it happened. María Rojas, one of her closest friends, explained on the podcast "La Red Viral (The Viral Network)" that the decision to delay the news was made with the journalist's mother in order to protect her memory and avoid speculation.

"It's very hard ]...] we weren't expecting this. I just ask that people stop making malicious comments like the ones I see on social media," urged Rojas.

A Bond of over Two Decades

Rojas, who is also from Cali, recalled that she and the journalist met in Bogotá during the Nuestra Tierra (Our Land) Awards.

"We were like sisters," she said. "We'd known each other and been friends for over 20 years. She was like my big sister, and I was like her little sister." She also described her as "an incredible woman, a very professional woman, and nothing but love."

A Difficult Period

Despite her professional recognition, Gómez was going through a period of "emotional instability" that led her to resign from "Mañana Express."

Although Rojas did not go into detail about the circumstances surrounding her friend's passing out of respect for the family during the podcast, she mentioned that a romantic breakup with a colleague may have influenced her state of mind, adding, "Sometimes we love too much and in that love, we lose ourselves."

When the host asked if Gómez was going through a "moment of crisis" that led her to make "that choice," Rojas commented, "She was going through a somewhat difficult emotional moment, as I had already said, and sometimes when you feel bad, you don't think things through and you make decisions."

In her account, she also recalled that the journalist was trying to rebuild herself, "She was dancing salsa because she loved salsa. She was also boxing because she loved it. She had started reading stories. She even attended a workshop for reading stories."

A Farewell Message

Through tears, Rojas added, "Wherever she is right now, I believe she is already much better and is at peace." Towards the end of the interview, when the host asked what she would say to Gómez, the heartbroken woman replied:

"She knows that I loved her, I love her, and I'll continue to love her with all my heart. She was my sister, and I'm going to miss her because we had so many plans. And maybe at another time in life, when God gives us the chance to be together again somewhere, we'll fulfill all her dreams, because she had many dreams and plans left to fulfill."

A Look at Her Last Social Media Post

On Instagram, Gómez wrote in her last post, "Should I read to you? 📕📚 Light is like water!✨ I'd be so happy if I got paid to read 📖." In the video, she began reading the story. Among the comments she received, several stood out.

"I feel so sad about your passing, my friend. May God have you in his holy glory. My heart goes out to your family, my friend 😔," said one person. "I will always remember you with that smile and that beautiful energy you had Aleja❤️," expressed another.

"My beautiful one, my heart feels shattered. You're gone, my soul sister. So many dreams were left unfulfilled. I am honored to have been a part of your life... I will always, always carry you in my soul and my heart... With a broken heart and a shattered soul, I say goodbye to you, my beautiful soul sister.... I will love you forever," added a radio host in the comments section.

A Tribute from "Mañana Express"

A heartfelt message was shared on the program's official account, which read, "💔 Today we say goodbye to Alejandra Gómez, a friend who left her mark on each of us with her charisma, smile, and kindness. Her passing pains us deeply, but her memory will stay alive in our hearts. 🙏 We join in the sorrow of her family and loved ones. ✨ Fly high, Alejandra, your light will continue to shine. #flyhigh #mañanaexpress."

During the broadcast, one of her coworkers said, "We are very sad, very distressed, because this colleague, this journalist, passed away on August 10," and another added, "Alejandra was a woman who always had a kind word and a smile. She was also capable, a good professional, and beautiful, and she left a very beautiful mark on each of our hearts."

Online Reactions to the News Report

Many netizens took to the "Mañana Express" comments section as well. One person wrote, "What shocking news!!! Those of us who were lucky enough to know you know what a beautiful human being you were. I'll keep your smile in ❤️."

Someone else added, "No one knows what others are going through, as her team said, the storm she hid behind her smile ❤️🙌 may she rest in peace, beautiful. 🙌🏾" Another netizen said, "May she rest in peace 🙌 light for her soul and strength for her family." One person commented, "How sad, I didn't know... Rest in peace, Alejandra, and much strength for your family...."

Gómez's passing leaves a void in Colombian journalism and underscores the need to pay attention to mental health and the importance of providing support to those going through difficult times.

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