Mario Melide, a prominent figure in Uruguayan radio and co-director of the influential Eldorado FM 100.3, has died at the age of 63. Melide was instrumental in shaping a key era of Uruguayan broadcasting through his work at Eldorado FM, a station with a long and respected history. Beyond his radio contributions, he also dedicated himself to education, teaching visual and sound communication. His passing marks a loss for both the Uruguayan media landscape and the academic community. Melide’s work at Eldorado FM helped establish the station as a leading voice in the country. He is remembered as a driving force behind the station’s success and a mentor to many in the field. Details regarding the cause of death have not been released.