Mrs Escobar: My Life With Pablo by Victoria Eugenia Henao

Mrs Escobar: My Life With Pablo by Victoria Eugenia Henao

On the 25th anniversary of Pablo’s death, in 2019, the most intriguing character in the Escobar narrative became ready to share her story and reveal t

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On the 25th anniversary of Pablo’s death, in 2019, the most intriguing character in the Escobar narrative became ready to share her story and reveal the real man behind the legend.

The story of Pablo Emilio Escobar Gaviria, one of the wealthiest, powerful and violent criminals of all time has fascinated the world. Yet the one person closest to him, his wife, only recently just spoke out.

Maria Victoria Henao met Pablo when she was 13, eloped with him at 15, and despite his numerous infidelities and violence, stayed by his side for the following 16 years until his death while also urging him to make peace with his enemies.

She managed to negotiate her and her children’s freedom after Pablo’s demise and is today living in Argentina.

This the closest you’ll ever get to the most infamous drug kingpin in modern history, told by the person who stood by his side.

Click here to read an excerpt from the book