Who is Jorge Van Rankin?
Jorge Van Rankin, commonly known as “El Burro,” is a well-known Mexican program host and personality. He first started in radio in 1986 with a rock show in Spanish called Fusión. Since then, his nickname “El Burro” has become a recognizable moniker in Mexican households. However, the origin of his nickname has caused some embarrassment due to its double meaning.
Where did “El Burro” come from?
Contrary to popular belief, Van Rankin has revealed that his nickname did not originate from show business. It dates back to his student days at La Salle school, where he met wealthy classmates. They playfully gave him the nickname “El Burro.”
Van Rankin explained that he liked the name even though it caused some embarrassment: “People laughed, and I felt like shit, but I liked it, so I went everywhere doing that.”
What is Jorge Van Rankin up to now?
Van Rankin recently got dismissed from the program “Miembros al Aire,” where he had worked with other personalities such as Leonardo de Lozanne, Raúl Araiza, Mauricio Castillo, and Arath de la Torre since 2010. Despite his dismissal, Van Rankin is still active in television and radio.
Van Rankin’s last appearance on “Miembros al Aire” was scheduled to be on Unicable. He assured that any complaints would be addressed to “Damián Villar and with those of Unicable.”
In conclusion, Van Rankin’s nickname “El Burro” may have caused some awkward moments, but it has become a familiar name in Mexican households. Van Rankin has been an active personality in radio and TV and will continue to be so despite his recent dismissal.
