"Gracias, Penelope," he said, his voice filled with gratitude. "You've been an absolute delight to work with. I think we've created something truly special here."

: Years later, Menchaca continues to be a staple of Hispanic media, having moved to Milan for a period before returning to Miami in 2022 to host Telemundo’s morning show, Hoy Día .

Penelope Menchaca’s feature in Revista H Extremo remains one of the most iconic moments in the history of the legendary Mexican men’s magazine. Known for her charismatic role as the host of 12 Corazones , Menchaca shed her girl-next-door persona for a series of high-fashion, provocative photographs that captured the imagination of fans across Latin America.