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A day like today 13 years ago Jenni Rivera died

This December 9th marks another anniversary of the physical departure of Jenni Rivera, one of the most emblematic and beloved figures of regional Mexican music. Although 13 years have passed since that tragic plane crash that ended her life in 2012, her legacy remains intact, alive, and more relevant than ever. Dolores Janney Rivera Saavedra, born in Long Beach, California on July 2, 1969, grew up surrounded by music and the Mexican roots that would forever mark her artistic identity. Her beginnings were not easy: young mother, tireless worker and determined woman, Jenni decided to make her way in an industry dominated by men.

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In 1991, she began her musical career and, with a powerful voice and an authentic personality, turned her life experiences of love, heartbreak, struggle, and resilience into songs that deeply connected with the public. Over two decades, Jenni established herself as the Diva de la Banda, an artist who broke paradigms and achieved sales of over 25 million records. Her albums topped international charts and her presence on television also made her a popular icon inside and outside the United States. Always proud of her roots, always true to herself, Jenni became a symbol of strength for thousands of women.

Day of his tragic death

Early on December 9, 2012, after giving a concert at the Arena Monterrey, the singer boarded a private plane bound for Toluca. Minutes after takeoff, the aircraft lost contact with the radars. Later, the unthinkable was confirmed: the plane had crashed in the Sierra Madre Oriental, in Iturbide, Nuevo León. There were no survivors. The entertainment world woke up that day with news that forever changed regional Mexican music. And yet, although her voice physically faded, Jenni Rivera never left. Her music continues to top music charts, her words continue to inspire, and her story remains an example of courage, tenacity, and self-love. Her legacy extends to new generations who discover in her not only a great performer, but also a woman who dared to speak out in every way. Jenni Rivera was not only a regional Mexican star: she is and will continue to be a symbol of strength, authenticity, and heart.

Series inspired by her life: Mariposa de Barrio

'Mariposa de Barrio' tells the inspiring and moving story of Jenni Rivera, known as La Diva de La Banda and as La Gran Señora, in the most bitter stage of her life when she is cruelly mistreated by her husband, Tino.

True to the values learned from her parents, she tries to maintain the relationship with her partner, but reaches her limit when she tries to end her life. She had other tumultuous loves, but the true one was the music that took her to the top of success.
CAST: Angélica Celaya is Jenni Rivera, Gabriel Porras is Pedro Rivera, Rosalinda Rodríguez is Rosa Saavedra de Rivera, Samadhi Zendejas is Jenni Rivera (13-25 years old), Tony Garza is José Trinidad Marín, Raúl Sandoval is Lupillo Rivera (23-40 years old), Pepe Gámez is Juan Manuel López, Christopher Millán is Fernando Ramírez, Ricardo Kleinbaum is Esteban Loaiza Vega, Diana Marcoccia is Gladyz, Yrahid Leylanni is Fabiola Llerandi, Sonia Noemí is Consuelo Ramírez. You can watch full episodes of 'Mariposa de Barrio' online, on the Telemundo app for iOS and Android, or on your smart TV (Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Samsung TV, Xbox).

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