The Puerto Rican reggaeton artist Daddy Yankee sat down once again in front of the cameras for an emotional interview with the legendary host Don Francisco, where he reminisced about his beginnings, reflected on his career journey, and discussed the new phase he is experiencing in his musical career.
The long-awaited meeting took place on the show Gigantes con Don Francisco, broadcast by Univision on Sunday, November 8, and marked the artist's return to television interviews after two years of being away from such appearances.
One of the most special moments came when the performer explained why he had chosen Don Francisco for his return to television. His words were filled with affection and admiration for the Chilean communicator.
“People are honored in life; I truly believe in that. I want to honor you in life, to create good moments for everyone,” stated Daddy Yankee.
The conversation took place in a very significant setting for both: the same studio in Miami where for decades the iconic show Sábado Gigante was recorded, which accompanied generations of Hispanic families.
During the interview, Don Francisco recalled that one of Daddy Yankee's first television appearances was on his show, when the reggaeton artist was just starting to make his way in the music industry. Now, many years later, they met again on the same stage, but at a completely different moment in their lives.
The singer also did not hide the emotion this reunion brought him and assured that, despite his long and successful career, he feels like he is starting over.
“It's incredible how life takes you in circles. I feel new; I'm starting my career, it's as if I've just begun right now,” he confessed.
The meeting also served to recall a gesture that Daddy Yankee had with Don Francisco on September 19, 2015, when Sábado Gigante said goodbye to television after 53 years on air. That night, the artist sent a live greeting from Madison Square Garden in New York, where he was performing a concert.
The interview comes at a particularly important time for the so-called Big Boss, who has just returned with new music. On October 30, he released La Postal, a conceptual album featuring 15 songs that explores different forms of love and includes collaborations with artists such as Cardi B, Bizarrap, Myke Towers, Danny Ocean, and Diljit Dosanjh.
One of the topics that has garnered the most attention is POKITO, his collaboration with Indian singer Diljit Dosanjh, whose music video surpassed 34 million views on YouTube in just a few days.
Moreover, Daddy Yankee is also about to experience another one of the most special moments of his career. The artist was named Person of the Year 2026 by the Latin Recording Academy, becoming the first representative of reggaeton to receive this prestigious recognition.
The tribute is scheduled for this Wednesday, November 11, in Las Vegas, the day before the Latin Grammy ceremony, which will take place on Thursday, November 12, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena and will feature Daddy Yankee among the announced performers.
His return to the stage and interviews comes after several years of significant personal and professional changes. In March 2022, he announced his retirement from music, released the album Legendaddy, and embarked on his farewell tour La Última Vuelta World Tour.
In December 2023, during his final concert in Puerto Rico, he shocked his followers by announcing that he would dedicate his life to Jesus Christ, a decision that marked the beginning of a new chapter.
However, her return to music began to take shape gradually. In 2025, she started to present songs with spiritual inspiration and later returned to urban rhythms with her new record project.
At 50 years old, the performer of hits like Gasolina and Rompe appeared happy, grateful, and eager to continue making music.
"We were on the fifth floor celebrating and at my best moment, of course, I feel very good. Thank God," he assured during the conversation.
The emotional reunion is part of Gigantes con Don Francisco, the special series with which the renowned host returned to Univision in October, after eleven years of absence. The program has also featured stars such as Lucero, Luis Fonsi, and Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa.
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