David Bisbal Boosts ‘El Hormiguero’ Ratings as Show Nears Week’s End
Spain’s popular late-night program, ‘El Hormiguero,’ continues to dominate its timeslot, bolstered by a recent appearance from singer David Bisbal and strong viewership numbers following a visit from chef José andrés.
Madrid – ‘El Hormiguero’ (“The Anthill”) is experiencing a surge in viewership as it heads into the final days of the week, thanks in part to a scheduled appearance by Spanish superstar David Bisbal. The program, hosted by Pablo Motos, has consistently outperformed its competitor, ‘La Revuelta,’ in the crucial ‘access prime time’ slot throughout the current television season. Recent data indicates a lead of as much as one share point over its rival.
On Tuesday, November 25, 2025, the show saw a significant boost from the presence of renowned chef José Andrés, achieving a 15% share and securing its position as the leading program in its time slot, while ‘La Revuelta’ lagged behind at 12%. Bisbal’s appearance on Wednesday, november 26, 2025, is expected to continue this positive trend.
bisbal Celebrates the Season on ‘El hormiguero’
The celebrated artist returned to ‘El Hormiguero’ to discuss his ongoing Christmas tour and the joy he finds in celebrating the holidays. Bisbal shared insights into his current project, emphasizing the strong connection he feels with his audience during live performances.
Prior to his television appearance, Bisbal generated buzz by performing impromptu concerts in the Madrid metro, showcasing his energetic stage presence. A minor on-set incident involving a camera during his entrance highlighted his lively personality. The singer expressed his enthusiasm for his latest album, ‘Everything is Possible at Christmas,’ noting its unique analog recording process. “Everything is really recorded,” he explained, referencing the classic sound achieved by eschewing modern digital techniques. The album features both traditional Christmas carols and reimagined versions of his hit songs,including ‘Ave María.’
“The Spanish Mariah Carey”
Motos playfully compared Bisbal to Mariah Carey, a title the singer readily embraced. “And I’m glad, I’m very proud,” Bisbal responded, adding that he is currently enjoying a particularly fulfilling period in his career. “I’m enjoying it. I finish a concert and I’m already starting the next one I have.”
The conversation also turned to some of Bisbal’s most memorable viral moments. Motos inquired about the international recognition of his catchphrase, “how are the machines.” Bisbal recounted an anecdote from a US concert where a security guard greeted him with the phrase, calling him “David Bisbal, the machine.” “It was an anecdotal moment,” he laughed.
A video clip of Bisbal’s meeting with actor Will Smith was also shown, prompting a self-deprecating reaction from the singer. “That was cool.Then I look at myself and I’m very embarrassed. What a shame,” he admitted,describing the experience as a return to childhood excitement. “I got so nervous and excited, it was like going back to childhood. I’m glad I felt like that, it was natural,” he acknowledged.
Bisbal’s continued popularity and engaging personality are proving to be a winning combination for ‘El Hormiguero,’ solidifying its pos
