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Commemoration of Juan Gabriel: Mass and Tribute on the 10th Anniversary of His Death

Tributes were held in Ciudad Juárez and Plaza Garibaldi to remember the 'Divo de Juárez' on the 10th anniversary of his passing.

29 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Ten years after the death of Juan Gabriel, various events were held to honor the famous composer. In Ciudad Juárez, a mass took place at the San Lorenzo shrine, attended by fans of the artist and local citizens. According to El Universal, one of Juan Gabriel's sons was present at the ceremony.

Meanwhile, at Plaza Garibaldi in Mexico City, several generations of admirers gathered to pay tribute to Juan Gabriel. Infobae reports that attendees sang iconic songs such as 'Hasta que te conocí', 'Amor Eterno', and 'El Noa Noa'.

Additionally, in this context, La Tercera highlighted the impact Juan Gabriel had on Mexican music, breaking away from the stereotypes of masculinity in his time and showcasing a more open and vulnerable form of expression.

These events coincided with a renewed interest in the figure of Juan Gabriel, acclaimed as an icon of music who left a lasting legacy in the country.

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