Peruvian television personality Magaly Medina responded to criticism regarding the ratings for the February 10, 2026, premiere of her show, ‘Magaly TV, la firme,’ with a pointed remark about the use of artificial viewership boosts: “Nobody has money for bots.”
During the February 10th broadcast, Medina defended her program’s performance, stating, “Yesterday was our debut, thank you to everyone who is always aware of our numbers.” She also took aim at critics, questioning their own viewership figures, saying, “They have less than 4 points and still come to criticize.”
Magaly Medina Fires Back at Critics
The host of ‘Magaly TV, la firme’ vigorously defended her show’s content after it garnered a 7-point rating, which fell below the numbers achieved by telenovelas on América Televisión. Medina expressed frustration with comparisons to other programs, noting that her show consistently attracts high viewership on YouTube.
Medina asserted that her program achieved 60,000 live viewers on YouTube “without paying for bots” or relying on contracted TikTokers or other external assistance. “Something many streamers would aim for,” she said, adding, “This is organic, nobody has money for bots. But yes, it has to be said because nobody else will say it.”
Medina Says YouTube Views Don’t Factor Into Ratings
The ATV personality lamented that YouTube views are not included in official ratings calculations, a statement perceived as a jab at her detractors. She advised her critics to “keep” their comments to themselves. The comment also sparked speculation among viewers about a possible connection to her friend, María Pía Copello, who has faced accusations of purchasing bots to inflate her live view counts.
“Organically we do more than any streamer, they can keep their comments because it’s totally true. Many people watch on YouTube, that’s how the new generations are. But thank you very much for watching,” Medina concluded. The debate highlights the evolving landscape of television viewership and the increasing importance of online platforms in measuring audience engagement.
