History of Laura Bozzo in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 25, 2025

Laura Bozzo is a Peruvian talk show hostess, famous for her Spanish-language talk show 'Laura,' which aired in the United States on Univision. She is a well-known personality in Latin American television and is known for her dramatic and often controversial talk show format.

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August 19, 1951: Laura Bozzo's birth

On August 19, 1951, Laura Cecilia Bozzo Rotondo, the Peruvian talk show hostess known for her show 'Laura', was born.

1980: Marriage to Mario de la Fuente

In 1980, Laura Bozzo married lawyer Mario de la Fuente.

1987: Appointed Officer of Instituto Nacional de Cultura

In 1987, Laura Bozzo became the appointed officer of the Instituto Nacional de Cultura and organized competitions to promote the conservation of the cultural heritage of Peru.

1992: Regidora of metropolitan Lima

In 1992, Laura Bozzo became the regidora (alderman) of metropolitan Lima.

1994: Debut on 'Las mujeres tienen la palabra'

In 1994, Laura Bozzo started in television with the feminist show 'Las mujeres tienen la palabra' on RBC Televisión.

1997: Host of 'Intimidades'

In 1997, Laura Bozzo went to Panamericana Televisión and assumed the conductor role of the reality show 'Intimidades'.

February 1998: 'Laura en América' Broadcast on Telemundo

In February 1998, the American Spanish-language broadcast network Telemundo began broadcasting Laura Bozzo's show 'Laura en América' on its affiliates. By the end of 1998, Bozzo moved to Miami, Florida.

1998: Organization of Solidaridad de Familia

In 1998, Laura Bozzo organized the organization Solidaridad de Familia as a charitable foundation to assist people from Peru and other Latin American nations with legal, medical, and psychological problems. The foundation has been under much criticism for increasing suspicion of being funded by former president Alberto Fujimori.

August 2000: Divorce from Mario de la Fuente

In August 2000, Laura Bozzo divorced lawyer Mario de la Fuente after 20 years of marriage.

July 2006: End of production of Laura en America

In July 2006, the production of Laura en America ended after Bozzo's RAT contract with Telemundo expired after five years.

October 2006: Appearance on ¿Dónde estás corazón?

In October 2006, Laura Bozzo appeared on the program ¿Dónde estás corazón? on the network Antena 3 from Spain, criticizing Alejandro Toledo for causing her arrest.

January 2007: Attempt to enter Spanish TV market

In January 2007, Bozzo attempted to enter the Spanish TV market through Spain's Telecinco, but a proposal for a new show was canceled after executives viewed pilots of the program.

November 6, 2007: Debut of 'Laura en acción'

On November 6, 2007, Laura Bozzo's new show 'Laura en acción' debuted on Telemundo in the United States.

March 2008: Investigation of illegal use of minors

In March 2008, lawyer Freddy Escobar started an investigation about the possible illegal use of minors in Laura Bozzo's program 'Laura en acción', alleging they were exposed on TV to present fake cases of family sex violence.

April 2008: 'Laura en Accion' cancellation

In April 2008, Laura Bozzo's talk show, Laura en Acción was cancelled.

May 2008: 'Laura en acción' Canceled by Telemundo

By the beginning of May 2008, Telemundo stopped airing the series 'Laura en acción' after a scandal involving an underage girl who appeared on the show.

2008: Staging Scandal

In 2008, the Peruvian press revealed that some of Laura Bozzo's shows were staged, sparking a scandal.

June 2009: Television Reappearance on Televisa

In June 2009, Laura Bozzo made her television reappearance after her last talk show, 'Laura en Acción' was cancelled. She relocated to Mexico and started working on many shows on Televisa before moving to TV Azteca to host 'Laura de todos'.

January 24, 2011: Premiere of 'Laura' on Canal de las Estrellas

On January 24, 2011, Laura Bozzo's new show called 'Laura' premiered on Canal de las Estrellas network in Mexico.

April 2011: 'Laura' Cancelled

In April 2011, the show 'Laura' was cancelled due to low ratings and other factors.

October 10, 2011: 'Laura' Reruns

On October 10, 2011, Telefutura aired 'Laura' again and has become such a hit that it airs two hours a day since then.

2013: Criticism for Misuse of Helicopters

In 2013, Laura Bozzo faced criticism on Mexican social media for allegedly using official State of Mexico government helicopters during a telecast to create dramatic staging for her show, while rescue efforts for Hurricane Manuel were ongoing.