Dino Gordillo Festival of Viña Controversy
- Chilean comedian Dino Gordillo confirmed he will not be performing at the 2026 Viña del Mar International Song Festival, alleging interference in a previously agreed-upon arrangement.
- Gordillo indicated that negotiations with festival organizers had been underway, and a deal was in place before the situation changed.
- The Viña del Mar festival, a major cultural event in Chile, is broadcast internationally and attracts significant media attention.
Dino Gordillo Will Not Perform at the 2026 Viña Festival
Chilean comedian Dino Gordillo confirmed he will not be performing at the 2026 Viña del Mar International Song Festival, alleging interference in a previously agreed-upon arrangement. Gordillo revealed this information during an appearance on the Chilean television program ‘Primer Plano’ on Sunday, January 12, 2026, stating there was “a dark hand” behind the decision.
Gordillo indicated that negotiations with festival organizers had been underway, and a deal was in place before the situation changed. He did not specify the nature of the interference, but suggested it involved undisclosed factors that led to his exclusion from the lineup.
The Viña del Mar festival, a major cultural event in Chile, is broadcast internationally and attracts significant media attention. The festival is scheduled to take place February 23-28, 2026, at the Amphitheater of the Quinta Vergara in Viña del Mar.
You can view the full interview with Dino Gordillo on Chilevisión’s website.