Sharmin Díaz mourns the death of Carlos Batista Matos: "My mentor is gone"

Santo Domingo, DR.- Communicator Sharmin Díaz expressed with deep sorrow the passing of Carlos Batista Matos, whom she defined as her mentor and the person who opened doors for her in the media in the Dominican Republic. For her, his death represents a very strong emotional blow, as he was someone who marked her professional and personal life from the beginning. "A legacy, a great teacher for me, and the person who gave me the opportunity to be in the media to become a figure," expressed Sharmin, visibly moved. Her words reflect not only admiration, but also a deep gratitude towards the one who guided her in her first steps in Dominican television. The communicator also highlighted the constant supporting role that Batista Matos played in her life beyond the professional aspect: "Carlos was always a person who was there for me giving me advice, guiding me, teaching me... and his loss really leaves us with an immense void." In that sense, she affirmed that she will always remember him with "much gratitude, much affection and much appreciation". We recommend reading: Beyond his role as a mentor, Sharmin highlighted the human qualities of the renowned art chronicler. "He was always a very cheerful person, very supportive, he always had the best intentions for everyone... I rarely ever saw Carlos Batista not looking good," she commented, while evoking his elegance and style, assuring that "he was always the most expensive and the most elegant on television." Finally, he called on the new generations to value the example left by Carlos Batista Matos. Highlighting his preparation, his empathy, and his way of handling himself in the media as qualities worthy of imitation. "Carlos was truly a star," he concluded, making it clear that his legacy will live on in those who had the privilege of learning from him.