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Mario Kreutzberger (Don Francisco)

Host, performer
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Mario Kreutzberger arrives at the 21st Annual Hall of Fame Gala
Mario Kreutzberger arrives at the 21st Annual Hall of Fame Gala
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Mario Kreutzberger (Don Francisco)

Host, performer

December 8

Talca, Chile

Mario Kreutzberger, better known by his stage name, Don Francisco, is a Chilean television host, and a popular personality on the Univision network reaching Spanish-speaking viewers in the United States. He is best known for hosting the former variety shows Sábado Gigante and Don Francisco Presenta.

Mario Kreutzberger (Don Francisco) was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame in 2012.

Bust of Mario Kreutzberger
Mario Kreutzberger arrives at the 21st Annual Hall of Fame Gala
Mario Kreutzberger arrives at the 21st Annual Hall of Fame Gala
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Hall of Fame - 2012
Mario Kreutzberger (Don Francisco), as Honoree
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