Premio Planeta de Novela (Planeta Novel Prize)
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Edition 54 (2005) Nominee
Jaime Bayly
ハイメ・バイリー・レッツ
Jaime Bayly Letts
Pen Names:
The (TV) Naughty Boy（Nickname used on television reflecting a provocative on-screen persona）,
El Niño Terrible (de la Televisión)（Nickname used in Spanish-language media）
Profile
- Gender
- Male
- Born
- 1965-02-19 （Lima, Peru）
- Nationality
- Peru, United States
- Languages
- Spanish, English
- Residence History
- Lima (birthplace, childhood) → Miami (residence and professional base) → New York (short-term residence / activity)
Career
- Occupations
- Writer, Journalist, Television personality
- Active Years
- 1983-
Education
| Institution | Faculty | Department | Degree | Period | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Markham College | — | — | — | 不明（中等教育） | Peru |
| Colegio San Agustín of Lima | — | — | — | 不明（中等教育） | Peru |
| Pontifical Catholic University of Peru | — | — | — | 1982–1986（4年間在籍、必修科目不合格のため中途退学） | Peru |
Markham College
Period:
不明（中等教育）
Country:
Peru
Attended a British private school in Lima
Colegio San Agustín of Lima
Period:
不明（中等教育）
Country:
Peru
A Catholic secondary school in Lima
Pontifical Catholic University of Peru
Period:
1982–1986（4年間在籍、必修科目不合格のため中途退学）
Country:
Peru
Studied for four years but left without graduating due to failing a required course
Awards
| Year | Award | Work | Category | Organization | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Suncoast Regional EMMY® - On Camera Talent – Commentator/Editorialist | — | On Camera Talent – Commentator/Editorialist | Emmy Awards (Suncoast Regional) | Winner |
| 2007 | GLAAD Media Visibilidad | — | — | GLAAD | 受賞 |
| 2005 | Premio Planeta de Novela (runner-up) | Y de Repente, Un Ángel | 小説 | Editorial Planeta | Runner-up |
| 1997 | Herralde de Novela (Herralde Award) | La Noche es Virgen | 小説 | Editorial Anagrama | Winner |
Suncoast Regional EMMY® - On Camera Talent – Commentator/Editorialist
2008
Category:
On Camera Talent – Commentator/Editorialist
Organization:
Emmy Awards (Suncoast Regional)
Result:
Winner
GLAAD Media Visibilidad
2007
Organization:
GLAAD
Result:
受賞
Premio Planeta de Novela (runner-up)
2005
Work:
Y de Repente, Un Ángel
Category:
小説
Organization:
Editorial Planeta
Result:
Runner-up
Herralde de Novela (Herralde Award)
1997
Work:
La Noche es Virgen
Category:
小説
Organization:
Editorial Anagrama
Result:
Winner
Awards & Nominations
Works
Major Works
No se lo Digas a Nadie (Don't Tell Anyone)
1994 Novel (social / semi-autobiographical)A semi-autobiographical novel. Later adapted into a film directed by Francisco Lombardi.
Sexual identityMedia and fameMigration
Adaptations
- [Film] No se lo Digas a Nadie (film) / Francisco Lombardi (1998)
La Noche es Virgen (The Night Is Virgin)
1997 NovelWinner of the 1997 Herralde Award. Noted for its deep depiction of society and human relationships.
Social critiqueHuman relationships
La mujer de mi hermano (My Brother's Wife)
2002 NovelA novel about love and betrayal. Adapted into a film in 2005 directed by Ricardo de Montreuil.
LoveBetrayal
Adaptations
- [Film] La mujer de mi hermano (film) / Ricardo de Montreuil (2005)
Y de Repente, Un Ángel (Suddenly, An Angel)
2005 NovelPublished in 2005; finalist (runner-up) for the Premio Planeta.
Religious motifsHuman drama
Pecho Frío
2018 Novel / autobiographical reflectionCombines humor and autobiographical references to reflect on male sexual identity.
MasculinityHumorSelf-reflection
Los Genios
2023 NovelA recent novel that demonstrates his maturity as a writer.
Art and talentHuman observation
Bibliography
- No se lo Digas a Nadie (1994)
- Fue Ayer y No Me Acuerdo (1995)
- Los últimos días de 'La Prensa' (1996)
- La Noche es Virgen (1997)
- Yo Amo a Mi Mami (1999)
- Los Amigos que Perdí (2000)
- Aquí no hay Poesía (2001)
- La mujer de mi hermano (2002)
- El Huracán Lleva tu Nombre (2004)
- Y de Repente, Un Ángel (2005)
- El Canalla Sentimental (2008)
- El Cojo y el Loco (2009)
- Morirás Mañana series (2010–2012)
- La lluvia del tiempo (2014)
- El niño terrible y la escritora maldita (2016)
- Pecho Frío (2018)
- Los Genios (2023)
Adaptations
- No se lo Digas a Nadie (1998 film, dir. Francisco Lombardi)
- La mujer de mi hermano (2005 film, dir. Ricardo de Montreuil)
Style & Themes
- Literary Style
- Semi-autobiographical elementsSharp, satirical styleHumorous and ironic narration
- Recurring Motifs
- Politics and mediaSexual freedom and identityFriendship and betrayalConflict between self and fame
Legacy
Jaime Bayly, a Peruvian writer and television personality, is widely known in Latin American media and literature. Several of his works have been adapted for film, and he earned literary recognition such as the 1997 Herralde Award. His provocative political commentary has made him a controversial figure, but he is considered an important voice in contemporary Spanish-language literature.
In Popular Culture
- His persona and statements as a TV host have often been topics in popular culture.
Quotes
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Often observes his past and society with a cold, critical eye.
Source: Various works and interviews (general) (1994)
Trivia
- Acquired United States citizenship (dual nationality since 1997)
- Won the Herralde Award in 1997
- Several novels adapted into international films
- Known for controversial sharp commentary on television