Gran Hermano: Generación Dorada Postpones Gala Following Argentina’s Historic World Cup Victory
Telefe has officially postponed the scheduled Wednesday elimination and nomination gala for Gran Hermano: Generación Dorada. The broadcast, originally set for Wednesday evening, will now air on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 22:30. The decision to modify the network’s programming grid was made to accommodate the historic victory of the Argentine national team against England, a win that secured the team a spot in the final of the 2026 World Cup. The event triggered massive celebrations across the country, with thousands of citizens taking to the streets to commemorate the victory.
Programming Adjustments and Network Strategy
The production team behind the reality show opted to reschedule the broadcast to allow the audience to participate in the national festivities following the success of the squad directed by Lionel Scaloni. The historic win, which builds upon the momentum of the 2022 Qatar championship, has shifted the focus of the entire nation toward the upcoming Sunday final, where Argentina will compete for a second consecutive title. As a result, Gran Hermano adjusted its agenda to align with the current social climate.
Host Santiago del Moro announced the changes directly to viewers via his Instagram account. “¡A seguir festejando Argentina! Nosotros nos vemos mañana jueves a las 22:30 con gala de nominación y eliminado de la casa,” wrote Del Moro, acknowledging the widespread celebration. The network’s decision reflects the significant impact of the tournament on Argentine television, where entertainment programming frequently cedes space to major sporting milestones.
High-Stakes Thursday: A Double Definition
The Thursday night episode is set to be an event of high tension, as it will consolidate two crucial phases of the game into a single broadcast. Participants currently facing the “placa express”—a list of nominees established following the gala on Monday—must wait an additional 24 hours to learn which of them will be eliminated by the public vote. The nominees awaiting their fate are Sebastián “Cola” Cola, Matías Hanssen, Juan Carlos López, Alejandra Majluf, and Mariela Prieto.
Beyond the elimination, the Thursday broadcast will feature a new round of nominations. The contestants who remain in the competition after the elimination will be required to enter the confessional to nominate their peers once more. This dual-purpose format was designed to compensate for the date lost due to the World Cup celebrations.
Controversy Over Participant Demographics
The show’s recent trajectory has also been marked by internal friction. A contestant named Manuel recently sparked controversy after commenting on the gender composition of the house. During a discussion, Manuel stated, “No tiene nada que ver con la cuestión del género de mujeres. Lamentablemente, la casa tiene más mujeres que hombres…”
The comment drew immediate pushback from the panel and an interjection from Santiago del Moro, who asked, “¿’Lamentablemente’ dijiste?” While Manuel denied the implication and expressed a desire for the best player to win, the exchange highlighted ongoing discussions about the show’s history. Del Moro addressed the tension, noting, “Se habla mucho porque hace muchos años que GH Argentina no lo gana una mujer. Pero es cierto que en las mujeres han sido grandes protagonistas.”
Viewing Options for the Rescheduled Gala
Telefe has provided multiple pathways for viewers to follow the rescheduled proceedings. The gala will be broadcast on the main Telefe channel, as well as via the network’s official Twitch and YouTube channels and the MiTelefe website. For those seeking continuous updates, 24-hour coverage remains available through DGO. Additionally, the program can be accessed on mobile devices via the Flow, Telecentro Play, and DirecTV Go applications, while Prime Video offers the ability to revisit previous galas.
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