TV Star Sofia Franco Enters Lima's Mayoral Race

Sofia Franco, a well-known Peruvian television personality, has announced her pre-candidacy for the Mayoralty of Lima. This unexpected move has generated significant buzz on social media and among the Peruvian public. Franco will be running under the banner of Carlos Morales' "Progresemos" party. The announcement comes as a surprise, particularly given Franco's established career in television and her recent work in Mexico as a reporter. One commentator noted the public's mixed reaction, stating, "People are killing her because they can't believe she's doing this after being on Gran Chef." The video also highlights the contrast between Franco's candidacy and that of her ex-husband, Alvaro Paz de la Barra, who leads a separate political party. Franco's decision adds an interesting dimension to the upcoming Lima mayoral race.