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Veteran News Anchor Ambrosio Hernández Leaves Univision 23 After Decades in Miami Television
What Happened?
TelevisaUnivision, a major Spanish-language media company, is going through another round of job cuts. This time, the changes have hit WLTV Univision 23 in Miami. Two well-known figures are reported to be leaving:
- Ambrosio Hernández – a veteran news anchor who has been a familiar face on South Florida TV for decades
- Yolanda "Yoly" Zugasti – the station’s news director
Important Point
The news was first reported by El Nuevo Herald and picked up by People en Español and Media Moves. These outlets say the departures are part of broader layoffs happening across multiple TelevisaUnivision stations.
Who Is Ambrosio Hernández?
Think of Ambrosio Hernández like the "grandpa of Miami news" – someone who has been telling the community what’s happening for longer than most viewers have been alive!
His Journey in Journalism
- Started in radio – Before TV, he worked behind a microphone
- 40+ years in journalism – That’s four decades of waking up early to bring people the news!
- First joined Univision in the 1980s
- 1987 – Became anchor of "5:30 en Punto" at Univision 23
- Later hosted – "Noticias y Más" and "Al Mediodía"
- Spent ~25 years at Telemundo 51 – Became one of their main news anchors
- Returned to Univision in 2015 – Anchored Noticias 23 and hosted Al Punto Florida (an interview and analysis show)
Awards & Big Moments
- 8 Emmy Awards – That’s like winning "Employee of the Year" eight times at the highest level!
- Covered major historical events that shaped South Florida
- Recently honored for 40 years on television – just days before the layoff news broke
What Happens Next?
| Position | Current Status |
|---|---|
| 6:00 PM News Anchor | Mario Vallejo stepping in temporarily |
| News Director | No permanent replacement named yet |
| Other vacant roles | Company says they’re "evaluating" candidates |
Important Point
A TelevisaUnivision spokesperson said they’re still deciding who will fill the open positions permanently and will announce decisions soon.
What We Don’t Know Yet
- Hernández hasn’t publicly confirmed he’s leaving
- No word on his future plans – retirement? New job? Starting his own thing?
- Whether Vallejo stays at 6 PM or if someone else gets the role long-term
Summary
- TelevisaUnivision is cutting jobs across its stations, including Miami’s Univision 23
- Ambrosio Hernández, a 40-year veteran with 8 Emmys, is reportedly out
- News director Yoly Zugasti also departed
- Mario Vallejo temporarily takes the 6 PM anchor chair
- Company says permanent replacements coming soon
- Hernández hasn’t spoken publicly about the change yet
- This comes right after he was honored for four decades in TV
FAQ
Why would they let go of someone with 40 years experience and 8 Emmys?
Companies sometimes make decisions based on budgets, restructuring, or changing strategies – not just individual performance. It’s like when a sports team trades a beloved veteran player to save money or go in a new direction.
Is this just happening at Univision 23 in Miami?
No. Reports say this is part of layoffs across multiple TelevisaUnivision stations nationwide.
Who is Mario Vallejo?
He’s a journalist who will temporarily anchor the 6 PM newscast while the company figures out a permanent plan.
Has Ambrosio Hernández said anything about leaving?
Not publicly yet. He hasn’t confirmed the reports or shared what he’ll do next.
What was "Al Punto Florida"?
It was an interview and analysis program Hernández hosted – think of it like a local version of "60 Minutes" or a Sunday morning talk show, but focused on Florida issues.
This article is based on reports from El Nuevo Herald, People en Español, and Media Moves. Information may update as official statements are released.