In heartbreaking news, Mexican singer Dulce La Cantante has sung her final note at the age of 69. Yes, on Christmas Day, while the rest of us were busy unwrapping socks and pretending to enjoy fruitcake, the world lost a true musical treasure.
Letโs rewind to December 2, when Dulce hopped onto Instagram like the rest of us mere mortals, announcing a health update. She revealed that her concert dates were postponed due to a stint in the hospital. Her fans, of course, wished her well while probably Googling what “pleuropulmonary decortication surgery” actually meant. (Spoiler alert: itโs serious. We checked.) Dulce underwent the surgery on December 5, and at the time, everything seemed peachyโlike the end credits of a feel-good telenovela. Sadly, life had other plans.
Fast forward to Christmas morning, when Dulceโs family broke the news: โWith deep pain and sadness, we confirm the death of our dear Dulce, an exceptional artist and wonderful person who left an unforgettable memory in the hearts of everyone she knew.โ They kindly requested privacy during this difficult time, and letโs be honest, if youโre bothering the family right now, you need to rethink your life choices.
Dulce wasnโt just a singer; she was a powerhouse. Most recently, she lit up screens in season two of Netflixโs Siempre Reinas, proving she had the vocal cords of an angel and the reality TV skills of a pro. Her legacy will live on, both in her music and in the hearts of her fansโmany of whom are probably belting out her hits right now between sobs.
So hereโs to Dulce: a voice that could melt butter, a presence that lit up rooms, and a spirit that will never be forgotten. RIP, queen. ๐คโจ