Guillermo Rossiniemblematic figure of peruvian humor and the imitationdied at the age of 93, according to his son Coco Rossini on social networks. The death of the renowned announcer and comedian, which occurred shortly after his 93rd birthday, marks the end of one of the most influential careers in Peruvian radio and television. Rossini, famous for his participation in programs such as ‘The Funny’ and ‘Laughter and sauce’leaves a legacy that has marked generations of listeners and viewers.
The news was communicated by his son through a message on Instagram: “My angle!! Now it flies very high, we will remember you with a lot of love… And your laughter reached heaven. I love you daddy.” The reaction of the artistic community and the public was immediate, remembering Rossini as a reference of national humor and an unmistakable voice in the Peruvian media.
The renowned Peruvian comedian faced a heart condition in his final years, which led him to receive care in the National Cardiovascular Institute (INCOR) of the Social Health Insurance (EsSalud). In 2019, he underwent peripheral angioplasty, a minimally invasive catheter-based intervention in which a stent was placed to improve circulation in one of his legs. He regularly attended the institution to continue cardiac rehabilitation therapies, which included nutrition advice and proposals to promote his physical activity, which allowed him to maintain a better quality of life and mobility.
This medical care accompanied the final stage of life of Rossiniwho claimed to have achieved his goals and said goodbye to the stage satisfied for having brought joy to his audience throughout his life. He decided to retire from radio in 2021, after a career of more than six decades. In his most recent statements, he expressed gratitude for the audience’s affection, leaving an indelible mark on Peruvian entertainment.
Born in Lime on September 3, 1932, Guillermo Rossini González From a young age he showed his affinity for the performing arts, although in his youth he opted for other professional paths. After completing his studies, he worked as a medical sales representative and then took on the position of head of Public Relations in a pharmaceutical laboratory. However, his true vocation took him to the stage and, later, to radio and television.
His artistic career began in the 1960s, driven by the animator Augusto Ferrandowho invited him to participate in one of his television contests. Rossini was the winner among a hundred participants, which marked the beginning of his presence in the media.
On the radio, he debuted with imitations of politicians such as Ramirez Lazo and Manuel Pradoand hosted programs such as ‘Loquibambia’ and ‘The National Joke Championship’. On television, his talent shone in spaces such as ‘Teleloquibambia’, ‘Estrafalario’, ‘El screw’ and, especially, ‘Risas y salsa’, where he remained for more than 16 years and performed for the first time the imitation of a politician, Alfonso Grados Bertorini.
Starting in 1994, Rossini transferred his humor to the radio with ‘The Funny’a program he founded together with Fernando Armas and Hernan Vidaurre in RPP. His voice accompanied thousands of listeners for almost three decades, consolidating his status as a reference for Peruvian humor. The format also had television versions under the names ’24 minutes’ and ’24 minutes’. In 2008, Rossini returned to television with ‘Catch up’again together with his colleagues Armas and Vidaurre.
Throughout his extensive career, Rossini received numerous awards. In 2011 he was decorated by the Municipality of Lima and in 2021, the Ministry of Culture distinguished him as a “Meritorious Personality of Culture” in recognition of his outstanding career as a comedian and imitator. These awards join a list of awards and honors that reflect the public and industry appreciation for his work.
Beyond the stage, Rossini also ventured into local politics. At the end of the eighties, he was councilor of the Lima district of Jesus Marya position he later held again. Affiliated with Christian Popular Party (PPC)assumed responsibilities in the Entertainment Commission and the municipal Library. His personal life was marked by the influence of his family: his father, from Arequipa, and his mother, Spanish, transmitted to him values that accompanied him throughout his career.
Rossini’s impact on Peruvian humor is unquestionable. A pioneer in the imitation of political and public figures, his direct and popular style made him an endearing character for several generations. Colleagues such as Fernando Armas and Hernán Vidaurre, as well as the artistic community in general, have highlighted his professionalism and his ability to reinvent himself throughout six decades of activity. The public remembers him as a constant presence on radio and television, capable of bringing smiles at the most diverse moments.
Rossini retired from radio in 2021, after a career that spanned more than 60 years. In his last statements, he expressed feeling satisfied with his professional career and grateful for the public’s affection. His departure leaves a void in the Peruvian entertainment panorama, but his legacy lives on in the collective memory.
Rossini considered that he had achieved his goals and said goodbye to the stage with the satisfaction of having brought joy to his audience for a lifetime.
