The controversy surrounding the $20,000 prize for the third-place winner of El Rancho de Destino intensified when Destino Tolk publicly accused La Diosa of failing to clarify that she had already received the check. Meanwhile, social media was abuzz with debates over whether the money had actually been paid.
In a video shared on his social platforms, the reality show's creator asserted that the program owed no money to anyone and confirmed that the payment had been made. "We did pay you," he stated, suggesting that the artist could have quelled the rumors by openly acknowledging the receipt of the check.
Destino also addressed comments from outsiders alleging non-payment, emphasizing that no one could discredit them with claims of financial irresponsibility. He even displayed the image of the check issued to La Diosa's company, reiterating that the funds were available.
His comments were made just before the singer publicly announced the donation of the check to St. Jude Hospital, fulfilling her promise from the start of the reality show to donate any winnings she received.
The exchange highlighted that, beyond the donation, the core issue was the public narrative: while social media questioned the payment's status, Destino expected La Diosa to confirm her receipt of the funds. Ultimately, the artist responded by showcasing the check and completing the donation.
With the documentation displayed and the donation executed, the practical aspect of the controversy appears resolved, though the prior exchange underscored that the dispute was both a media and contractual issue.
Key Questions About the El Rancho de Destino Payment Controversy
What caused the dispute between Destino Tolk and La Diosa?
The dispute arose when Destino Tolk accused La Diosa of not publicly confirming that she had received the $20,000 check, leading to speculation on social media about the payment's status.
How did La Diosa resolve the issue regarding the payment?
La Diosa resolved the issue by publicly displaying the check and announcing its donation to St. Jude Hospital, fulfilling a promise she had made during the reality show.
Was the $20,000 check eventually donated?
Yes, the $20,000 check was donated to St. Jude Hospital, as La Diosa had committed to doing if she won any prize money.