Mexican actor and host Toño Mauri, known for soap operas such as El privilegio de amar, was hospitalized on August 1, 2025, after presenting severe respiratory symptoms.
As reported by Ventaneando, Mauri was suffering from pneumonia caused by a fungus lodged in his transplanted lungs, which took him to the emergency hospital.
Alarming symptoms of Toño Mauri
At the end of July, the actor began with intense coughing and coughing up blood, which led to his immediate admission to the hospital.
After performing clinical studies, doctors confirmed that a pulmonary fungal infection, Buzzy related to his transplant, was causing airway bleeding.
Mauri was admitted to the hospital for suspected pneumonia.
The bulletin reported that he entered the hospital in stable condition, received antifungal treatment and was stated to be on his third day of medication, with signs of progressive improvement.
Medical history: transplantation and respiratory vulnerability
In December 2020, Toño Mauri spent eight months in hospital after being infected with Covid-19, four of which he spent in a coma.
His lungs suffered irreversible damage, which prompted a double lung transplant in the United States.
During the following years he developed an increased vulnerability to respiratory infections.
In late 2023, he was diagnosed with an aggressive bacteria in his transplanted lungs, possibly contracted from consuming contaminated water or contaminated ice.
He underwent severe treatment with intravenous antibiotics distributed through a catheter connected to the heart.
Mauri survives: grateful and aware of his fragility
In recent interviews, the actor has expressed that his health condition will remain delicate.
He mentioned that his recovery changed his life, making him more aware of his lung vulnerability and the importance of his faith, family and the exercise of organ donation.
He also revealed that he is working on a film project based on his autobiography My New Life, A Great Miracle, where he narrates his journey to inspire others.
Los riesgos de Toño Mauri tras padecer el doble trasplante de pulmón eran altos, por lo que debe tener mucho cuidado con su salud
Treatment and next medical steps
Doctors detailed that the fungus was quickly identified after sputum analysis and imaging studies.
He started intensive antifungal treatment which, according to his doctors, will last at least one week of continuous hospitalization, with subsequent outpatient follow-up.
Initial progress is encouraging, although he remains under close observation.
Toño Mauri was hospitalized on August 1 after contracting a lung fungus that affected his transplanted organs.
The infection caused severe hemorrhage and pneumonia, but with immediate medical treatment and constant monitoring, he is showing signs of recovery.
This new medical complication underscores the inherent fragility of transplant recipients and renews the value of their testimony as a symbol of strength, gratitude and hope in the Hispanic community.
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