Title: Aída: El Concierto de la Vida Network: Telecinco (Spain) Years Aired: 2005 – 2014 Status: Completed The Premise Aída began as a spin-off of the massively successful sitcom 7 Vidas . Originally planned as a short vehicle for the character Aída (played by Carmen Machi), it evolved into a cultural phenomenon that surpassed its predecessor in ratings and critical acclaim. The series follows Aída, a working-class woman struggling to make ends meet while raising her two children, Jonathan and Lorena, in a Madrid neighborhood called Esperanza Sur. Why It’s a Landmark Series 1. The Evolution of the Protagonist One of the most unique aspects of the series was the departure of its lead. Carmen Machi left the show in 2009 to pursue other projects. Rather than canceling the hit show, the writers pivoted, introducing Aída's estranged mother, Eugenia (played by Marisol Ayuso), to take over the matriarchal role. Later, Aída returned for guest spots, but the ensemble cast proved strong enough to carry the show, a rarity in television. Hairy - Shemale Picture Verified