Daughter’s Tucumán Journey Honors Palito Ortega’s Roots
Actress Julieta Ortega recently journeyed to Tucumán, Argentina, to visit the childhood home of her father, iconic singer Ramón “Palito” Ortega. The trip, coinciding with Father’s Day, was a heartfelt exploration of family history and the singer’s humble beginnings.
A Father’s Day Pilgrimage
Julieta Ortega, currently touring with the play “Sex,” took a detour to Lules, Tucumán, the city where her father, Palito Ortega, was born 84 years ago. She aimed to see the modest house that shaped the artist’s early life. This visit was particularly poignant, taking place on Father’s Day.
On social media, Julieta shared her emotional experience, detailing the impact of seeing the home where the singer of “Happiness” and “I Have Faith” was raised. She wrote on Instagram, “Today is Father’s Day and Destiny and my work find me doing function in Tucumán. I went to visit your house, dad.”
The Humble Abode
The photos revealed a humble structure with beige walls and a plate ceiling. Julieta expressed her feelings with emotion, stating, “What a fingerprint you leave in your children. I love you, I love you, I love you.” The visit included images of a washing basin, a wooden window, and the local train station, capturing the essence of her father’s formative years.
A Celebrated Reflection
Friends and colleagues celebrated the social media post. Fellow actor Gloria Carrá commented, “Gift of life. Beautiful day for your dad, Juli.” Cartoonist Maitena highlighted, “Yes, your old man was done, huh. To pure talent and work. Beautiful.” Actress Inés Estévez also shared her sentiments, echoing the affectionate responses of Vero Lozano, Diego Ramos, and others.
In a past interview, Palito Ortega reflected on his childhood aspirations. He stated, “It seems to me that I predicted my life being a boy.” The singer remembered selling newspapers and imitating a radio announcer, practices that ultimately led to his successful career. Today, Palito Ortega‘s influence continues. Despite the ever-changing media landscape, his songs resonate with a broad audience; his songs still garner millions of views, showing that the human connection forged through music remains relevant (Statista 2024).
