Rodrigo Guedes Carvalho offered a heartfelt tribute to Francisco Pinto Balsemão during a special broadcast on SIC Notícias on October 22. “He was much more than just my employer; he was a father figure to me,” stated the SIC anchor.
Carvalho, one of the most recognized professionals at the channel, spoke about the strong friendship he shared with Balsemão in remarks to SIC Notícias during the special broadcast.
“When I heard the news, which was somewhat unexpected, I felt more fortunate than ever. I lived through a golden era of Portuguese journalism and had the rare fortune to work for Francisco Pinto Balsemão. He was much more than my employer; we became friends, and to me, he was a paternal figure. This is a very difficult moment because it is as expected as it is painfully new,” he said.
