Mexican Singer Paquita La Del Barrio Dead At 77

Mexican Singer Paquita La Del Barrio Dead At 77

Beloved Mexican singer and actress Paquita la del Barrio died at the age of 77. Paquita, known affectionately as the "Warrior of Bolero," was renowned for her powerful feminist anthems that confronted misogyny and machismo. News of her death was officially confirmed by her team on Instagram on Monday (February 17). “With profound pain and…

Beloved Mexican singer and actress Paquita la del Barrio died at the age of 77. Paquita, known affectionately as the “Warrior of Bolero,” was renowned for her powerful feminist anthems that confronted misogyny and machismo. News of her death was officially confirmed by her team on Instagram on Monday (February 17). “With profound pain and sadness, we confirm the sensible death of our beloved Paquita la del Barrio at her home in Veracruz,” read the statement. “She was a one-of-a-kind and unmatched artist who left a permanent mark in the hearts of all who knew her and who enjoyed her music. Rest in peace, your music and legacy will live forever in our hearts.” Throughout her legendary career, Paquita la del Barrio released more than 30 albums and received numerous accolades, including a Grammy nomination for Best Regional Mexican Music Album for her 2013 record, Romeo Y Su Nieta, and the Billboard Latin Music Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021. (Rolling Stone)

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