The Mexican television community is in mourning following the sudden and tragic death of Debora Estrella, a 43-year-old journalist and beloved news anchor, who died in a plane crash during her very first flying lesson. Known for her warmth, humor, and professionalism, Estrella was a familiar face on national broadcasts and admired for her dedication to journalism.
A Career Defined by Passion
Estrella’s journey in television began in 2014 at TV Azteca, where she quickly gained attention as a weather presenter. Her charisma and talent soon led her to larger platforms. By 2016, she joined Multimedios Televisión and became part of the Milenio Televisión team, one of Mexico’s leading news outlets.
In 2018, she was appointed main anchor for Telediario Matutino on Channel 6, where her approachable style and confident delivery earned the trust of millions of viewers. Colleagues remember her as a mentor who encouraged young journalists and led by example, demonstrating resilience in a demanding profession.
A Hidden Dream: Learning to Fly
Beyond journalism, Estrella had a growing passion for aviation. Friends revealed she had recently begun taking lessons to earn her pilot’s license—a challenge she embraced with enthusiasm and determination.
On September 20, 2025, Estrella boarded a small Cessna in García, Nuevo León, with her flight instructor, 28-year-old Bryan Ballesteros. The lesson was meant to be routine, but within minutes of takeoff, the plane tragically went down near the Ciudad Mitras Industrial Estate, a busy industrial area. Civil Protection officials confirmed that both Estrella and Ballesteros were killed.
Unverified social media videos suggest the aircraft spiraled before crashing, while earlier that day, Estrella had posted a photograph of the plane on Instagram captioned: “Guess what.” What was intended as a playful preview of her new adventure has since taken on a haunting significance.
The shock of the accident reverberated across Mexico, leaving viewers, colleagues, and friends stunned. But her story doesn’t end here…
