Tebi Bernal clarifies the origin of his debt for which he wanted to win the program – credit courtesy Canal RCN

The Debt That Motivated Tebi Bernal

Model and content creator Tebi Bernal recently opened up about the challenging financial situation that arose before his participation in The House of the Famous Colombia. In a revealing interview with The Mega, Bernal discussed the motivations behind his eagerness to claim the financial prize.

Financial Pressures and Debt Disclosure

“I needed to earn money because I had a small debt… and to stabilize myself financially,” he admitted. This candid admission sparked a wave of inquiries from the public regarding the nature of his financial obligations.

To quell the speculation, Bernal clarified that his debts stemmed not from poor business decisions but from accumulating multiple fines for driving with a fraudulent SOAT (insurance certificate).

The Origin of His Financial Troubles

Tebi Bernal finished in fourth place in the grand finale of the third season of 'The House of the Famous Colombia' - credit Canal RCN
Tebi Bernal acknowledged that his main motivation in The House of the Famous Colombia was to resolve a debt accumulated by photo fines after circulating with a false SOAT – credit Canal RCN

“They sold me a fake SOAT online, and I was driving with it for four months. Just imagine the amount of photo fines I received,” he explained, expressing relief at finally resolving these legal and financial issues.

Support and Recovery

Tebi emphasized the importance of the support he received from family and friends during this challenging time. “I continue to return to reality guided by psychologists and with the company of my family and friends,” he noted, highlighting the significance of mental health and community support.

The Relationship with Alexa Torrex

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The model thanked his family and friends for their support in the readjustment process after the reality show, while working on new digital projects – credit Canal RCN Prensa

Among the numerous inquiries, Bernal’s relationship with fellow contestant Alexa Torrex has garnered significant attention. He clarified that while they share a bond, they are not currently in a romantic relationship, emphasizing the importance of getting to know each other outside the televised environment.

Future Plans and Growth

As Tebi navigates life post-reality show, he expresses a desire to strengthen his social media presence and seek new creative opportunities. “The time I spent in The House of the Famous gave me tools to face challenges outside of television,” he concluded, finding positivity in his experiences.



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