Cristina Castaño Claims First ‘Tu cara me suena’ Victory with Moving Rigoberta Bandini Tribute

Cristina Castaño has secured her first victory in the thirteenth edition of Tu cara me suena following a standout performance during the program’s fifth gala. The Galician actress captivated both the jury and the viewing public by recreating the emotional performance of Rigoberta Bandini at the Goya Awards.

An Emotional Win for the 13th Edition

The fifth gala proved to be one of the most competitive of the season, characterized by high-level performances that left the jury with a difficult decision. The voting process resulted in a complete split among the jury members, as each expert awarded their highest score to a different participant:

• Flo awarded their top score to María Parrado.
• Àngel Llàcer chose Leonor Lavado.
• Chenoa selected Jesulín de Ubrique.
• Lolita gave her highest mark to Cristina Castaño.

With the jury divided, the final decision rested with the public. Upon receiving the decisive vote, Castaño was declared the winner of the night, marking a significant milestone in her journey through the competition.

Philanthropy in the Spotlight: Supporting DEBRA Piel de Mariposa

Following her victory, Castaño demonstrated a commitment to social causes by donating her 3,000 euro prize to the association DEBRA Piel de Mariposa. The actress expressed her gratitude and humility regarding the win and the opportunity to contribute to such a cause.

“Es un honor ganar esta gala con todo el nivel que ha habido de todos mis compañeros,” Castaño remarked during the ceremony.

A Night of Standout Acts and High Energy

The gala featured a diverse array of musical interpretations that kept the energy high throughout the evening. María Parrado opened the show with a K-pop performance that earned significant praise from the jury, with Chenoa noting the high caliber of the performance.

Other notable performances included:

• Aníbal Gómez, who transformed into Georgie Dann.
• Martín Savi, performing “La gozadera” alongside Gente de Zona.
• Leonor Lavado, whose imitation was accompanied by guest Norma Duval.
• J Kbello, who performed Sergio Dalma’s “Esa chica es mía.”
• Jesulín de Ubrique, performing Chayanne’s “Torero.”
• Sole Giménez, taking on the persona of Blondie.

Key Takeaways

• Winner: Cristina Castaño won the fifth gala of the 13th edition of Tu cara me suena.
• Winning Act: An imitation of Rigoberta Bandini’s Goya Awards performance.
• Charity Donation: The 3,000 euro prize was donated to DEBRA Piel de Mariposa.
• Jury Outcome: The jury was split, with four different contestants receiving the top marks from the panel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the fifth gala of Tu cara me suena?

Cristina Castaño won the fifth gala of the thirteenth edition of the show.

What did Cristina Castaño imitate to win?

She performed an imitation of Rigoberta Bandini, recreating her appearance at the Goya Awards.

To which organization was the prize money donated?

The 3,000 euro prize was donated to the association DEBRA Piel de Mariposa.