The Mayor of Madrid, José Luis-Martínez Almeida, unveiled a plaque this morning in memory of the journalist José María Carrascal, who passed away in November 2023 at the age of 92. The park located between Ginzo de Limia Street and Cardenal Herrera Oria Avenue, in the Fuencarral-El Pardo district, now bears his name. Family members, colleagues from Antena 3, ABC, La Razón, and members of the Madrid Press Association attended the tribute.
Almeida remembered Carrascal as "a person who made kindness a way of conducting himself in both personal and professional life" and highlighted his creation of the "author’s newscast or Carrascal newscast," among other achievements. The Mayor expressed admiration and gratitude towards José María Carrascal, stating that his memory will continue to shape a better city.
The District Councilor of Fuencarral-El Pardo, José Antonio Martínez Páramo, emphasized Carrascal’s diverse personal and professional facets which earned him several awards for his unique storytelling style. This tribute coincides with the 35th anniversary of Antena 3’s broadcasts, where Carrascal rose to success and fame.
The Madrid City Council’s Board of Government approved the naming of the park in La Paz neighborhood after José María Carrascal in December, recognizing his multifaceted career as a journalist and writer.
Extensive Personal and Professional Career
José María Carrascal, born in El Vellón, Madrid in 1930, began his career as a correspondent in international capitals like New York, London, Bonn, and Vienna. He worked for prestigious media outlets such as ABC, La Vanguardia, La Razón, and El Diario de Barcelona.
In the early 1990s, Carrascal returned to Spain and became a well-known figure as the presenter of Antena 3 Noticias. His direct communication style and distinctive appearance made him popular among viewers. He brought a more personal touch to news broadcasting, making him a recognizable and beloved figure.
In addition to his journalistic contributions, Carrascal authored around twenty books spanning fiction, political analysis, novels, and popular science. He received several awards throughout his career, including the Nadal Prize for his novel "Groovy" in 1972, the Luca de Tena Journalism Prize, and the Mariano de Cavia Prize, recognizing his significant impact on Spanish journalism.
