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Charly García Makes Surprise Appearance at León Gieco’s Punta del Este Show

The visit during Medio y Medio’s 30th anniversary prompted speculation about a possible cameo at Fabián “Zorrito” Von Quintiero’s 60th birthday show.

Overview

  • García arrived in Punta del Este by plane and was greeted at the airport by fans and press alongside Fabián “Zorrito” Von Quintiero and Leandro Quiroga Ferreres.
  • He attended the León Gieco concert with Agarrate Catalina in Punta Ballena, remaining offstage but drawing a sustained ovation.
  • The 74-year-old was seen in a wheelchair, dressed in black with dark glasses, smiling and interacting with onlookers.
  • He joked that he might step onstage “maybe on Tuesday” for Von Quintiero’s birthday show, though no performance has been confirmed as of Jan. 26.
  • Local reports noted he listened as Gieco played “Los Salieris de Charly,” with some accounts adding he smoked a cigarette and later dined privately at the venue.