Who was Menudo singer Adrián Olivares?

ADRIAN Olivares was a member of the boy band Menudo from 1990 to 1993.

The Mexican singer tragically passed away at the age of 48.

Who was Menudo singer Adrián Olivares?

Adrián Olivares was born in 1976 in Mexico City, Mexico.

He joined the Puerto Rican boy band Menudo in 1990 before leaving the group in 1993.

During his time with the group, they released the albums 15 Años, Detras Tu Mirada and Dancin’ Movin’ Shakin’.

According to DistractRobert Avellanet, Adrián’s friend and former bandmate, was the first to announce his death on social media.

On an Instagram publish on July 8, 2024, the Puerto Rican singer-songwriter wrote alongside a headshot of a younger Adrián: “I’m still in shock!”

“Strength to your family. I wish your soul a peaceful transition. I will always remember your great sense of humor. We’ll meet you there, brother. RIP Adrián.”

At this time, Adrián’s cause of death is unknown.

Did Adrián Olivares have children?

Adrián has a daughter named Eliana Rose Olivaras, who shared a tribute to his late father on Instagram on July 8, 2024.

“I’m speechless. Daddy, I love you forever. You’ve shown me love, guidance, strength and so many more things I wouldn’t have known without you,” she wrote alongside a series of photos with Adrián.

“I still can’t process the fact that you’re gone and that I can’t give you a hug or tell you how much I love you. You are the best father a girl could ask for.

“I know you are in God’s hands and I am so grateful to have you as my guardian angel.

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“I love you forever, daddy ,” Eliana continued, also adding a pink heart emoji.

It is unclear whether Adrián had any other children.

Who was in Menudo?

Menudo was founded in 1977 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and is considered the “most iconic Latin pop music band”.

The Latin pop band was formed by music producer and composer Edgardo Díaz.

Its original members included Fernando Sallaberry, Nefty Sallaberry, Ricky Meléndez, Carlos Meléndez and Óscar Meléndez.

Per Varietysince Díaz “infamously kicked out the members of Menudo when they reached puberty”, more than 30 boys were in the band over a 20-year period.

As Yahoo! reported via Women’s Healthsome other members included Ricky Martin, Johnny Lozada, René Farrait and Miguel Cancel.

In addition to Adrián and Robert, other members also included singers such as Roy Rosselló and Ray Reyes.

billboard reported that Menudo announced new members in March 2023, which include Nicolas Calero, Gabriel Rossell, Andres Emilio, Alejandro Querales and Ezra Gilmore.