Rodolfo Fito Olivares, popularly known for previously releasing songs that are commonly used at different celebrations like weddings and quinceañeras, has passed away at the age of 75; what was his cause of death?
His wife, Griselda Olivares, confirmed the tragic news to the Associated Press, saying that her husband died at his home in Houston, Texas, on Friday (March 17, 2023).
The Tejano singer had been struggling with cancer over the past few months, but his partner did not reveal which type of cancer he had been diagnosed with last year.
Rodolfo Fito Olivares Life Explored
According to People Magazine, the musician was born in Tamaulipas, Mexico, in 1947. It appears that he was fond of music since he was younger as he started writing songs during his teenage years.
He grew up with his parents Maria Cristina and Mucio on a ranch in Rechinadores. The singer began playing the Saxophone when he was a kid as it was a gift from his father.
After graduating from the commercial academy, he started in a different route as he worked in the business industry.
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He began with groups like Tam y Tex and Dueto Estrella with Abel Martinez, Bernardo Gomez, and Noe Santos. He later established a group with his brothers called Olivares y su Grupo La Pura Sabrosura.
The sibling group had a successful run as they managed to have a few Billboard charting tracks such as "Aguita de Melon" and "Columbia."
Aside from being a vocalist and saxophonist, Griselda Olivares also confirmed that her late husband also played accordion and was a songwriter for the group until his retirement in 2007.
"Juana La Cubana" was considered to be one of his biggest hits to date as it was nominated for a Lo Nuestro Award.
Rodolfo Fito Olivares Tributes Pour Out Online
After the news of his death circulated online, many fans and close friends expressed their grief on social media.
Famous Mexican singer, Ramon Ayala, shared a picture of Olivares on his Instagram account, with the caption, "Thank you for your music, your dedication and professionalism onstage. La Pura Sabrosura as your unique rhythm with your saxophone, with which you're now serenading God. From king to king, rest in peace my brother."
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