The funeral of Cuban reggaeton artist José Manuel Carbajal Zaldívar, known as El Taiger, will take place on the weekend of October 18 and 19, 2024, at the Rincón de San Lázaro church in Hialeah, Miami. This was confirmed by his cousin, Jorge Junior, director of the group Los 4, through a video on social media, where he also invited the artist's followers to say goodbye to him at this ceremony.
The leader of Los 4 asked followers for patience, indicating that more details about the schedule of the funeral event will be provided in the coming days. Additionally, he emphasized that the family is working with the authorities to repatriate El Taiger's remains to Cuba, where he will be buried alongside his mother. This decision is a shared wish of the family and close friends of the artist, who want the reggaeton artist to rest in his homeland.
Location of El Taiger's funeral: Rincón de San Lázaro Church
The funeral of El Taiger will be held at the Rincón de San Lázaro Church, located at 1190 E 4th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33010, United States. This church, which has received a rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1,120 reviews, is known for its welcoming community and beautiful ceremonies. The church's hours are from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and you can contact the venue at +1 305-887-0944 for more information or details about the event.
The tragic death of El Taiger
The death of El Taiger occurred on October 10, 2024, after spending a week hospitalized at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami. The reggaeton artist suffered a gunshot wound to the head on October 3, which left him in critical condition until his death. His tragic passing has left a deep shock among fans and the artistic community, both in Cuba and in Miami, where he was very loved for his music and personality.
The news of his death was confirmed by the family through a statement on social media, and since then, his fans have gathered outside the hospital to pay tribute with flowers, candles, and messages. Additionally, personalities from the entertainment world have expressed their sadness over the loss of one of the most influential figures in Cuban reggaeton.
Reactions from the artistic community and followers
Various artists and celebrities have expressed their sorrow over the death of El Taiger. Cuban actor Alejandro Cuervo was one of the first to react, posting an emotional video in which, amid tears, he recalled his meeting with the reggaeton artist. Cuervo highlighted El Taiger's musical legacy, noting that his influence on the Cuban urban genre will be remembered for many years.
For his part, the musician Lenier Mesa immortalized the memory of his friend by tattooing the initials LBMA (La Bestia, la Machinee, el Animal) on his neck, as a tribute to the deceased artist. Alexander Delgado, leader of the group Gente de Zona, also expressed his sadness, emphasizing that El Taiger was a "warrior" who fought until the end.
The farewell of El Taiger's followers.
Since the news of his passing was announced, hundreds of fans have gathered outside the Jackson Memorial Hospital to mourn his loss. Many of them have paid tribute to the reggaeton artist by placing flowers, stuffed animals, and candles at an improvised altar. The expressions of affection have not ceased, and many more are expected to join at the funeral to give a final farewell to El Taiger, whose impact on Cuban urban music has been significant.
El Taiger's family has requested justice to clarify the circumstances of his death, which are still under investigation by the authorities in Miami.
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