Mexican journalist Joaquín López-Dóriga has found himself embroiled in a new controversy. Social media users claim that during the 2025 Conclave to elect the new Pope, the journalist was in an “unhealthy state.”
Today, from Vatican City, it was confirmed that Leo XIV was elected as the highest representative of the Catholic Church, causing a worldwide stir among journalists and public figures.
Was López-Dóriga drunk during his live broadcast?
Renowned journalist Joaquín López-Dóriga became the target of various criticisms. During the live broadcast on Radio Fórmula, as part of the 2025 Conclave special, users claimed that the journalist seemed a little “different,” “slurring his words” and lacking “the impeccable posture that characterizes him.”
During a broadcast from the Vatican following the election of Pope Leo XIV, López-Dóriga exclaimed: “Whoa, who’s going to put up with Trump now?” referring to the fact that the new saintly pontiff is an American.
What’s being said on social media?
Upon noticing this unusual behavior from the communicator, social media comments were flooded with criticism and mockery of López-Dóriga. “This guy is very drunk,” “The Pope’s election took him by surprise,” “I can’t believe this kind of person has so much power in communication,” “The beers were good,” “Is he a gringo, or why did he celebrate the Pope’s election so much?” These are some of the comments circulating on social media.
Did Gerardo Fernández Noroña make fun of López-Dóriga?
One of the reactions that most caused a stir among internet users was that of Morena senator Gerardo Fernández Noroña, who, without hesitation, commented the following: “And the heated breath in your column, or did they pull a tooth?”
