A recent report from the Attorney General’s Office has brought to light the significant mental health struggles faced by Bertha Michelle Mendoza Muñoz. Throughout her journalism career, which has been overshadowed by controversies and scandals, she has held roles in comedy and as an aide-de-camp, in addition to reporting for various media outlets such as Nota Roja on Canal Antigua. However, her professional journey has been marred by personal and legal turmoil.
Married to Ulysses Dent, Mendoza’s relationship was tumultuous, resulting in more than 10 lawsuits related to substance abuse, infidelity, and aggression involving substances like cocaine and alcohol. Both Mendoza and Dent appeared before the Femicide Prosecutor’s Office, where Mendoza’s severe mental health issues were underscored in the Attorney General’s report.
Reports from the National Institute of Forensic Sciences (Inacif) and medical authorities deemed Mendoza unfit to care for her two daughters, one with Dent and the other with Mexican producer Farfan, leading to a court decision to revoke custody.
In a confidential interview, Ulysses Dent revealed the dismissal of violence complaints filed by Mendoza and her mother, Claudia Martina Muñoz Andrade, citing falsified evidence. These legal battles spanning over 5 years resulted in Mendoza losing custody and parental rights to her daughter.
Prior to her marriage, Mendoza struggled with substance abuse, including cocaine, marijuana, and pills, leading to the end of her relationship with Barillas. Reports suggest warnings about Mendoza’s mental health were raised to Barillas, indicating conflicts of interest due to their professions.
These revelations have cast a spotlight on the tumultuous trajectory of Bertha Michelle Mendoza Muñoz, sparking doubts about her journalistic integrity and credibility. The amalgamation of personal struggles, violence accusations, and addictions has tarnished her reputation, prompting inquiries into her integrity within the media, where she has faced removal from various outlets in recent years.