“Sabado Gigante” host praised in Congress

“”Sabado Gigante” host Don Francisco, whose Spanish-language show has been a Saturday night staple across Latin America and in the United States, can now add congressional honors to his numerous awards.

The 65-year-old TV host, whose real name is Mario Kreutzberger, received a tribute Tuesday from Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, delivered from the House floor. He also took home a U.S. flag that was flown over the Capitol.

“Your commitment to the U.S. Hispanic community helped bridge the gap between the North American and the Latin American cultures,” Ros-Lehtinen said.”

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