Pilar Cox Recounts Distressing Kiss from Julio Iglesias,Revealing Decades-Old Encounter
Santiago,Chile – August 31,2025 – Chilean television personality Pilar Cox revealed a previously undisclosed and upsetting encounter with international singer julio Iglesias during a recent appearance on Mega’s Only Friends. The 62-year-old Cox detailed a moment where Iglesias initiated an unwanted kiss,leaving her feeling “attacked” and in tears.
The revelation, prompted by a question generated by artificial intelligence regarding rumors of her emotional reaction to meeting iglesias, sheds light on the power dynamics and potential for discomfort experienced by women in the entertainment industry, even decades ago. Cox’s account offers a rare glimpse behind the public persona of a global icon and underscores the lasting impact of unwanted advances. the story resurfaces as discussions around consent and respectful interactions continue to gain prominence.
According to cox, the incident occurred during a visit Iglesias made to Channel 13, where she worked at the time. She clarified that Iglesias was not motivated by being married, stating, “He wanted, not because he was married.” Cox described a situation where she was among a group of women, including Yolanda Montesinos and La Toto Romero, and felt singled out by Iglesias’s attention.
“He is very nice, he is extremely handsome, he has a natural seduction. Is a seducer by nature,” Cox explained. “Then at a certain moment I stood up as it came to me and took me here from my lips and He kissed my mouth and I ran my face and hugged me and I started crying.”
Cox further stated that Iglesias appeared unsure how to apologize afterward,ultimately sending flowers through his manager. She emphasized that despite his charm, the unsolicited advance left her deeply disturbed.