Pedro Fernández and Vicente Fernández are two of the most famous and beloved singers of ranchera and mariachi music in Mexico and Latin America. They have both had successful careers as singers, actors, and producers, and have won several awards and recognitions for their work. But are they related by blood or by name? Here is the truth behind their connection.
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Pedro Fernández: A Fan of Vicente Fernández
Pedro Fernández was born as José Martín Cuevas Cobos on September 28, 1969, in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. He began his international career as a child star under the stage name of Pedrito Fernández, which he later changed to Pedro Fernández.
According to Wikipedia, his stage name is composed of the names of two of his favorite singers, Pedro Infante and Vicente Fernández. He was a fan of both icons of ranchera music since he was a young boy, and he even adopted their style of dressing and singing.
Pedro Fernández was also discovered by Vicente Fernández when he was seven years old. According to American Post News, Vicente Fernández heard him singing in a restaurant and sponsored him to become a professional singer. He also helped him to record his first album, La de la Mochila Azul, in 1978, which was a hit and launched his career.
Vicente Fernández: A Mentor of Pedro Fernández
Vicente Fernández was born on February 17, 1940, in Huentitán El Alto, Jalisco, Mexico. He is considered one of the most influential and popular singers of ranchera music in history, with more than 50 albums and 150 million records sold worldwide. He is also known as “El Charro de Huentitán” or “El Rey de la Canción Ranchera”.
Vicente Fernández was not only a fan of Pedro Fernández, but also a mentor and a friend. He supported him throughout his career, giving him advice, guidance, and opportunities. He also invited him to perform with him on several occasions, such as in his farewell concert in 2016.
According to HOLA.com, Vicente Fernández had four biological children: Vicente Jr., Alejandro, Gerardo, and Alejandra. None of them is Pedro Fernández’s biological brother or sister. However, Pedro Fernández has always considered Vicente Fernández as a father figure and a role model.
Pedro Fernández and Vicente Fernández: A Bond Beyond Blood
Pedro Fernández and Vicente Fernández are not related by blood or by name. They are related by their passion for ranchera music and their admiration for each other. They have shared a bond that goes beyond blood ties, based on respect, gratitude, and affection.
When Vicente Fernández passed away on December 12, 2021, at the age of 81, Pedro Fernández expressed his sorrow and his love for him on social media. He posted a photo of them together with the caption: “Thank you for everything my dear Don Chente! You will always live in my heart! Rest in peace!”.
Pedro Fernández also wrote an emotional farewell message to Vicente Fernández on his official website. He said: “Today I say goodbye to you with great sadness but also with great pride for having been part of your life. You were my teacher, my friend, my idol, my father… You were everything to me! You gave me your name, your talent, your blessing… You gave me everything! I will always be grateful to you for your generosity and your love! You are the greatest artist that Mexico has ever given to the world! You are the king of ranchera music! You are immortal!”
Pedro Fernández and Vicente Fernández may not share the same blood or the same name, but they share the same soul and the same legacy. They are both legends of ranchera music that will live forever in the hearts of their fans..