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(CNN Spanish) – Vicente Fernández, one of the main exponents of music in Mexico, died this Sunday in a hospital in Guadalajara, according to a publication on his verified Instagram account. The “Charro” from Mexico was 81 years old.
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Before the news, several celebrities and leaders dedicated a few words to Fernández on their social networks.
The president of Mexico, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, wrote on his Twitter account: “I convey my condolences to family, friends and millions of admirers of Vicente Fernández, symbol of the ranchera song of our time, known and recognized in Mexico and in the Foreign”.
I convey my condolences to family, friends and millions of admirers of Vicente Fernández, a symbol of the ranchera song of our time, known and recognized in Mexico and abroad. – Andrés Manuel (@lopezobrador_) December 12, 2021
Singer Alejandro Sanz wrote that it was a “sad day.” “The history of Mexican music will always bear your name, Vicente, my friend, you are and will be THE KING forever.”
Sad day, without words. The history of Mexican music will always carry your name Vicente, friend, you are and will be THE KING forever. Your legacy will be history. My hug to all of you. #DEP pic.twitter.com/krW3IWAgmv – Alejandro Sanz (@AlejandroSanz) December 12, 2021
Also, the singer Juan Luis Guerra sent a message: “Remembering with admiration and respect the great artistic career of Don Vicente Fernández. The Peace of the Lord rests on our beloved Alejandro and all his family ”.
Remembering with admiration and respect the great artistic career of Don Vicente Fernandez. The Peace of the Lord rests on our dear Alejandro and all his family. – Juan Luis Guerra (@JuanLuisGuerra) December 12, 2021
For his part, the artist Ricardo Montaner said that “Don Vicente Fernández has left for eternity, his infinite legacy will continue to ring in the hearts of millions. Kind and considerate man with his colleagues. Peace Don Vicente, peace to your dear family ”.
Don Vicente Fernández has left for eternity, his infinite legacy will continue to ring in the hearts of millions. A kind man and considerate of his colleagues. Peace Don Vicente, peace to his beloved family @alexoficial #Mexico #VicenteFernandez – Ricardo Montaner (@montanertwiter) December 12, 2021
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Tony Bennett, with whom Vicente Fernández, recorded a version “Return to me”, wrote a message lamenting the news. Bennett referred to Fernández as a “legendary singer.”
Saddened to hear of the passing of legendary singer Vicente Fernández. Recording “Regresa a Mí” at his beautiful home in Mexico and meeting his family was unforgettable and he will be missed.https://t.co/5tEgvkIQ8l — Tony Bennett (@itstonybennett) December 12, 2021
The official Latin Grammy account also said goodbye to the ranchera music icon: “With great regret we say goodbye to Vicente“ Chente ”Fernández, the legendary performer of regional Mexican music and cultural icon. For more than 60 years, the singer, producer and actor brought the traditions of his country to audiences around the world ”, reads his Twitter account.
With great regret we say goodbye to Vicente “Chente” Fernández, the legendary performer of regional Mexican music and cultural icon. For more than 60 years, the singer, producer and actor brought the traditions of his country to audiences around the world… https://t.co/yJRsIO4nQu pic.twitter.com/8KsrSYoNG5 – The Latin Recording Academy / Latin GRAMMYs ( @LatinGRAMMYs) December 12, 2021
The singer Natalia Lafourcade thanked “the great Vicente Fernández for everything he gave us. Master, rest in peace. Thanks a lot. Mexico and the world love you ”.
Thanks to the great Vicente Fernández for everything he gave us. Master, rest in peace. Thanks a lot. Mexico and the world we love you. – Natalia Lafourcade (@lafourcade) December 12, 2021
The actress Florinda Meza published a photo of Vicente Fernández and one of the Virgin of Guadalupe. “May the Virgin receive him and take him to heaven. Rest in peace, Vicente Fernández ”, he wrote.
Mexican to the core, he died on December 12. May the Virgin receive him and take him to heaven. Rest in peace, Vicente Fernández. pic.twitter.com/CwGIBG6Ycc – Florinda Meza (@FlorindaMezaCH) December 12, 2021
Argentine singer Enrique Bunbury published a photo of Vicente Fernández with the message: “Thanks for everything! Thanks a lot!”.
Thanks for everything! Thanks a lot! VICENTE FERNANDEZ (1940/2021) pic.twitter.com/O5NakNmasG – Enrique Bunbury (@bunburyoficial) December 12, 2021
“Sad news, this day #VicenteFernandez leaves us,” wrote entertainment journalist Paty Chapoy on her Twitter account.
Sad news, this day leaves us #VicenteFernandez pic.twitter.com/uNHfpenufj – Pati Chapoy (@ChapoyPati) December 12, 2021
US President Joe Biden said “the world of music has lost an icon.”
The music world has lost an icon. The music of Vicente Fernández created memories for millions. We send our condolences to his family and all those who loved him. Vicente will be remembered for generations to come. — President Biden (@POTUS) December 13, 2021
The Foreign Minister of Mexico sent his “deepest condolences” to Vicente Fernández’s family, brothers and friends, whom he described as “a great figure in Mexican music and a huge contemporary personality.”
My condolences to Gerardo Fernández, brothers, family and friends for the death of Don Vicente Fernández, a great figure in Mexican music and a huge contemporary personality. Rest in peace. I hug the Fernández family. – Marcelo Ebrard C. (@m_ebrard) December 12, 2021
The governor of Jalisco, Enrique Alfaro, shared that “Jalisco and Mexico are in mourning. The legend who with his talent gave voice to the feelings of millions around the world leaves us as one of the greatest icons of music and Mexicanity. RIP Vicente Fernández, our Charro de Huentitán. We will not stop clapping ”.
Jalisco and Mexico are in mourning. The legend who with his talent gave voice to the feelings of millions around the world leaves us as one of the greatest icons of music and Mexicanity. RIP Vicente Fernández, our Charro de Huentitán. We will not stop clapping. pic.twitter.com/69YJl5qldS – Enrique Alfaro (@EnriqueAlfaroR) December 12, 2021
The Jalisco government account assured that the state “dismisses one of its favorite sons, Vicente Fernández, full of gratitude. Every emotion that you gave us with your songs will remain in the heart of this land for which you were and will be the king. Until forever. “
Jalisco says goodbye full of gratitude to one of its favorite sons, Vicente Fernández. Every emotion that you gave us with your songs will remain in the heart of this land for which you were and will be the king. Until forever. pic.twitter.com/s0rNygUwkW – Government of Jalisco (@GobiernoJalisco) December 12, 2021
The Head of Government of Mexico City, Claudia Sehinbaum, mentioned that Vicente Fernández’s “unique voice and songs” are a musical legacy for popular culture. My condolences to his family, friends and followers. Rest in peace”.
Today we say goodbye to Vicente Fernández. His unmatched voice and songs are a musical legacy for popular culture. My condolences to his family, friends and followers. Rest in peace. – Claudia Sheinbaum (@Claudiashein) December 12, 2021
Iván Duque, president of Colombia, pointed out that “the art and music of Latin America are in mourning. Vicente Fernández was a true genius of folklore and the music of our region. His departure hurts us and his legacy will be alive forever. “
The art and music of Latin America are in mourning. Vicente Fernández was a true genius of folklore and the music of our region. His departure hurts us and his legacy will live forever. Our solidarity with the brother people of Mexico and with all their loved ones. – Iván Duque ???????? (@IvanDuque) December 12, 2021
The former president of Bolivia Evo Morales spoke on Twitter about the news and noted: “We regret the death of a great exponent of traditional Mexican music and Latin American pride, Vicente Fernández, who leaves us in our hearts and in our memories his unforgettable songs.” .
We mourn the death of a great exponent of traditional Mexican music and Latin American pride, Vicente Fernández, who leaves his unforgettable songs in our hearts and memories. Our condolences to his family and the Mexican people. pic.twitter.com/kxWn25zq56 – Evo Morales Ayma (@evoespueblo) December 12, 2021
The former president of Colombia Álvaro Uribe recalled them with this phrase:
The departure of Vicente Fernández hurts, let him continue to inspire from heaven. Let the applause continue “If you don’t get tired of clapping your Chente doesn’t get tired of singing” – Álvaro Uribe Vélez (@AlvaroUribeVel) December 12, 2021
The questioned president of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, recalled this with this tweet:
The departure of a Great One, Vicente Fernández, idol of Mexico, Venezuela, Latin America and the world hurts in our souls. We remember with joy his song to Commander Chávez. My heartfelt condolences to his family and the Mexican people. Today God welcomes you with Chente music! pic.twitter.com/Y63CQ9dqIP – Nicolás Maduro (@NicolasMaduro) December 12, 2021
“Let us remember his voice that brought the music and united our peoples,” said Ken Salazar, US ambassador to Mexico:
My condolences to the family of Vicente Fernández, we will remember his voice that brought music ???????? and united our peoples. Goodbye to the Charro de Huentitán. – Ambassador Ken Salazar (@USAmbMex) December 12, 2021
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