The death of Mexican artist Paquita la del Barrio shocked the Hispanic entertainment world and Spanish-language music lovers. The legendary "Guerrillera del Bolero" passed away at the age of 77, after years of battling serious health problems.
On social media, music stars, actors, journalists, and the general public mourned the physical disappearance of the singer of 'Rata de Dos Patas' and many other songs of heartbreak and disappointment.
The Latin Grammy organization, the most important organization in Latin music and which awards the prestigious prize, paid him a beautiful tribute:
"We mourn the passing of an iconic voice of Mexican music: Paquita la del Barrio, nominated for a #LatinGRAMMY and a #GRAMMY , leaves an unforgettable legacy in Latin music with her unparalleled performance. Rest in peace."
Lamentamos el fallecimiento de una voz icónica de la música mexicana: Paquita la del Barrio, nominada al #LatinGRAMMY y al #GRAMMY, deja un legado inolvidable en la música latina con su inigualable interpretación. Descanse en paz. pic.twitter.com/PwwN8Xgfm4
— The Latin Recording Academy / Latin GRAMMYs (@LatinGRAMMYs) February 17, 2025
Celebrities say goodbye to Paquita la del Barrio
Among the first to react to the terrible news was singer Lupita D'Alessio, who followed in her footsteps.
"Thank you Paquita for everything you taught me. God bless your journey! 🇲🇽♥️ RIP 🌹✨"
Luis Angel "El Flaco": "Rest in peace the great lady @paquitaoficialb it was a pleasure to share the stage on some occasions, my deepest condolences to family, friends and fans."
Jimmy Humilde, the creator of Rancho Humilde, the first record label to release tumbados corridos, expressed: "An idol of the people has left us 🇲🇽 @paquitaoficialb rest in peace 🫶🏼".
Banda Recoditos: "Today we say goodbye to one of the most emblematic and important voices of ranchera music and a symbol of Mexican culture: Paquita la del Barrio. Her departure leaves an immense void in the hearts of all of us who admired her and enjoyed her talent. Today, Mexico and the entire world mourn her departure, but we also celebrate her legacy. Paquita la del Barrio, you will always be remembered! 🙏🏼🇲🇽 Rest in peace, Paquita. Your music will continue to be sung and your name will never be forgotten🙏🏼".
Juan José Origel: "We are going to miss you, my dear Paquita. I will never forget that you did a duet with me on my album! And those parties with Mrs. Pinal! What nights!! You must be singing to her there! 🙏".
Josi Cuen: "I deeply regret the passing of our beloved @paquitaoficialb. She leaves an indelible mark on Mexican music. We carry you in our hearts! ♥️"
Andy Escalona: "My condolences to the family and fans. Sharing the stage at the National Auditorium with @paquitaoficialb @sonorasantanera is one of the best memories of my career! Thank you @elsergiogabriel for that invitation! RIP."
The Juan Gabriel Fan Club also spoke out.
HASTA SIEMPRE PAQUITA LA DEL BARRIO🕊️❤️ Hoy cantas en el firmamento junto a nuestro Juan Gabriel ✨ tal como lo hiciste el 26 de septiembre de 2015, donde compartieron el escenario por ultima vez
— JuanGabriel FansClub (@MisLetrasJG) February 17, 2025
El dueto que grabaron en 2012 para #LosDúo, que aún no ha salido, hoy es oro puro pic.twitter.com/MFPY9ktCcQ
