Telemundo To Launch Spanish-language Top Chef

Inspired by the success of Bravo Media’s “Top Chef,” Telemundo Media will produce “Top Chef Estrellas” the first ever Spanish version of the hit culinary competition series to air on television next season. Hosted by Aylin Mujica (“Corazon Valiente,” “Aurora”), eight Hispanic celebrities will compete for the “Top Chef” crown and a total of $100,000 to be given out to their favorite charities.

Telemundo’s Spanish-language version will feature celebrities cooking their favorite dishes under the guidance and coaching of professional chefs. It is expected to air in 2014.

The celebrities are Nancy Alvarez, Fernando Arau, Christian Chavez, David Chocarro, Erika De La Rosa, Lorena Herrera, Erik De La Rosa and Cynthia Olavarria.

Dra. Nancy Álvarez – writer, singer and television personality from Dominican Republic who, as a psychologist, sexologists and family therapist, is best known for hosting the talk show Quien tiene la Razon?.

Fernando Arau – renowned and veteran TV host who started his entertainment career at a very young age.  In his early twenties, he hosted a kids’ TV show and in the early 90s starred in “Alcanzar una Estrella II” alongside Ricky Martin.

Christian Chávez – singer and actor best known for his role as Giovanni Mendez Lopez in the hit novela Rebelde and its spin off pop group RBD.

David Chocarro – Argentine actor, model and TV host  who has become one of the most popular heartthrobs in U.S. Hispanic television due to his roles in Telemundo novelas such as “La Casa de al Lado,” “Alguien Te Mira” and “Aurora.”

Christian de la Campa – young Mexican actor who had a successful debut in Telemundo’s novela “Relaciones Peligrosas” and then was featured in Telemundo’s hit novela “La Patrona.”

Erika De La Rosa – Mexican actress featured in Telemundo’s hit novela “La Patrona” and former host of the international cable channel A&E Music

Lorena Herrera – Mexican actress and singer who has participated in more than 50 films since she began her career as a novela actress. As a singer, she has produced six albums.

“Top Chef: Estrellas is an innovative television concept that blends the best of Bravo’s successful Top Chef franchise with the intense passion our audience has for their favorite stars,” said Daniel Cubillo, VP content development, non-scripted at Telemundo.