{"id":1390,"date":"2025-08-11T20:29:03","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T20:29:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nbcuniversalnewsgroup.com\/telemundo\/?p=1390"},"modified":"2025-08-12T15:48:37","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T15:48:37","slug":"beloved-tv-personality-andrea-meza-joins-telemundos-fan-favorite-afternoon-show-la-mesa-caliente-as-new-cohost-live-weekdays-at-3pm-2c","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nbcuniversalnewsgroup.com\/telemundo\/2025\/08\/11\/beloved-tv-personality-andrea-meza-joins-telemundos-fan-favorite-afternoon-show-la-mesa-caliente-as-new-cohost-live-weekdays-at-3pm-2c\/","title":{"rendered":"BELOVED TV PERSONALITY ANDREA MEZA JOINS TELEMUNDO\u2019S FAN-FAVORITE AFTERNOON SHOW\u00a0LA MESA CALIENTE\u00a0AS NEW COHOST, LIVE WEEKDAYS AT 3PM\/2C"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Miami, FL \u2013 August 11, 2025<\/strong> \u2013 Telemundo announced today, live on air, that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/andreamezamx\/\">Andrea Meza<\/a> has officially joined the network\u2019s afternoon program, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lamesacaliente\/\"><em>La Mesa Caliente<\/em><\/a>, as its newest co-host. Starting today, the former co-host of the network\u2019s morning show <em>Hoy D\u00eda<\/em> will bring her signature poise, passion, and fresh perspective to the popular entertainment show, alongside celebrated co-hosts <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/giselleblondet\/\">Giselle Blondet<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/myrkadellanos\/\">Myrka Dellanos<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/veronicabastos1\/\">Ver\u00f3nica Bastos<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cAndrea embodies everything <em>La Mesa Caliente<\/em> represents\u2014strength, intelligence, and authenticity,\u201d said Ricdamis Garcia, SVP, Entertainment &amp; Specials at Telemundo. \u201cFrom her first moments on television, we\u2019ve seen her grow and flourish as an on-air personality who will now join this exceptional group of women, adding her own voice and charisma to deepen the connection with our audience.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Meza, who recently made her primetime debut as a team captain on <em>Miss Universe\u00ae Latina, El Reality, <\/em>joined Telemundo as an entertainment correspondent after concluding her reign as the 69th Miss Universe in 2021. She quickly earned audience acclaim for her work on <em>Hoy D\u00eda<\/em> and <em>En Casa con Telemundo<\/em>, where she captivated viewers through compelling storytelling and thoughtful commentary. Now, she brings that same fearless voice to <em>La Mesa Caliente<\/em>\u2014a show known for its bold conversations, sense of sisterhood, and unfiltered honesty. Her arrival marks an exciting new chapter as the show continues to reflect the evolving voices of today\u2019s Hispanic generation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIt\u2019s truly an honor to join <em>La Mesa Caliente<\/em>,\u201d said Meza. \u201cThis show has always stood out as a space where women speak their minds, challenge ideas, and empower one another. I\u2019m excited to bring my own energy and perspective to the table\u2014and to share it with Myrka, Giselle, and Ver\u00f3nica, amazing women I admire and already share plenty of laughs with, both on and off the set.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>La Mesa Caliente<\/em> is celebrated for its fearless, real-time take on current events, culture, entertainment, and personal stories that deeply resonate with Hispanic audiences across the country. With Meza\u2019s addition, the show reaffirms its commitment to dynamic, authentic representation that reflects the values and experiences of today\u2019s Hispanic viewers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Viewers can watch <em>La Mesa Caliente<\/em> weekdays live at 3pm\/2c and enjoy exclusive content on social media by following <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lamesacaliente?igsh=MXE4dDRhajQ2OGt6OA%3D%3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@lamesacaliente?_t=ZP-8yn0bvfyT3X&amp;_r=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TikTok<\/a> and join the conversation on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/lamesacaliente\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/lamesacaliente\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">X<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About La Mesa Caliente<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>La Mesa Caliente is a Telemundo original show that airs live Monday through Friday at 3pm\/2c. Hosted by Myrka Dellanos, Giselle Blondet, Veronica Bastos, and Andrea Meza, the show features a variety of trending issues, and the hottest and most controversial real-life events affecting the nation&#8217;s Hispanic community from much more personal, organic, and diverse perspectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises:\u202f<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises leads the media industry in the production and distribution of Spanish-language content for U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. The company serves U.S. Hispanics through its national broadcast network, the cable network Universo, and digital platforms including the Telemundo app, a suite of FAST channels, and streaming services, such as Peacock, among others. The Telemundo Network offers Spanish-language entertainment, news, and sports content reaching 95% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 30 owned stations and 91 affiliate stations. Telemundo also owns an independent station serving Puerto Rico. Anchored on Telemundo Studios, the network is the #1 producer of scripted Spanish-language content in the U.S., and the only network to produce original content specifically for US Hispanic audiences. Offering over 600 hours of reality TV shows a year, and top-rated live specials such as the Billboard Latin Music Awards and Miss Universe,&nbsp;Telemundo is considered the undisputed&nbsp;Home of Live TV&nbsp;in Hispanic media. The network is also the exclusive Spanish-language home of the world\u2019s two most popular sporting events, the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Press Contact:<\/strong><br>Ana Echenique<br>Manager, Programming Publicity<br>NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises<br><a href=\"mailto:Ana.Echenique@nbcuni.com\">Ana.Echenique@nbcuni.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Miami, FL \u2013 August 11, 2025 \u2013 Telemundo announced today, live on air, that Andrea Meza has officially joined the network\u2019s afternoon program, La Mesa Caliente, as its newest co-host. 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