Lola Cortés Exits ‘La Granja VIP’ Citing Anxiety and Claustrophobia
Mexico City - November 10, 2025 - Lola Cortés, the renowned “Iron Judge” known for her role on programs like La Academia, voluntarily withdrew from TV AztecaS reality show La Granja VIP during the November 9th elimination gala. Despite strong public support and a notable vote count, Cortés prioritized her mental health, revealing a long-managed struggle with generalized anxiety disorder.
cortés explained her departure during the live broadcast,stating,”I have a mental illness,I have an anxiety disorder that leads me to claustrophobia,and that same thing leads me to other parts that I don’t want to mention.” Sources close to Cortés confirmed the isolated and intensely communal environment of the show exacerbated her condition, triggering severe episodes of claustrophobia.
The actress and singer, who has managed the disorder for years, found the weeks of confinement and emotional pressure unsustainable, experiencing “moments of extreme anguish” where she reportedly confessed, “I can’t take it anymore.”
“This decision is to continue on stage, but I have to heal,” Cortés declared, expressing gratitude for public support and acknowledging her initial motivation to participate stemmed from a love for animals, though she underestimated the impact of the show’s environment on her well-being.
Following her exit, Cortés received immediate psychological support from the program’s medical team and was joyfully reunited with her daughter. Her departure is being framed as a crucial act of self-care to protect a career spanning over 40 years in the entertainment industry.
