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In memoriam: Walter Mercado, Spanish TV Astrologist Dead at 88

#WalterMercado #Astrologist #Psychic #DespiertaAmerica #Univision Walter Mercado -- a Spanish TV icon who served as an eccentric astrologist with his own syndicated segments -- has died. Mercado passed away late Saturday at a hospital in San Juan, Puerto Rico due to kidney failure, according to the facility's spokesperson Sofia Luquis, who told AP. It's unclear how long he'd been hospitalized there and what exact ailment he'd been battling. Nonetheless, a major loss in the Spanish community -- as Mercado was a staple in many Latino homes through the '80s, '90s and onward. He got his start on TV in his native country of Puerto Rico, establishing himself with daily horoscopes, advice and predictions. Eventually, he got his own show on Univision, where he had a home for years before parting ways in 2010 and moving on to other Spanish networks. He was known for his lavish outfits, which often included robes, capes, jewelry, makeup and other extravaga...