Cristian Castro graduates high school at 51, mother attends with oxygen

Mexican singer Cristian Castro graduated from high school at age 51 on August 12, 2026, in a ceremony at the Teatro Royal Pedregal in Mexico City, where he was named Graduado de Honor after completing his studies online through PrepaW in two and a half years Source: diariolibree. His mother, actress Verónica Castro, attended as godmother despite arriving with a portable oxygen tank and difficulty walking, which drew attention and concern Source: clarin. She delivered a gift of a scented candle and rosary to each of the 18 graduates, saying, "Les traje una veladora con olorcito porque es la luz que espero que ilumine su camino siempre" Source: excelsiormx. Castro performed three songs, including "Estudiar," dedicated to his mother and classmates Source: clarin. He plans to continue studying, mentioning interest in industrial design, philosophy, psychology, and art history Source: listindiario. However, sources disagree on his university admission: Castro claimed his school's affiliation with UNAM gives him direct entry, but Infobae clarifies that PrepaW is a private incorporated school and does not offer pase directo; graduates must take the admission exam Source: infobae. Verónica Castro's health remains a concern, though her manager Lila Solana said she is stable Source: emolcl.