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The heirs of El Taiger are progressing in the legal process to take control of the artistic legacy of the deceased singer and keep his memory alive in the music industry.
Since the tragic death of the artist, murdered in October 2024, his career has been suspended: contracts have been frozen, productions have halted, and his legacy has remained stagnant.
Now, their loved ones seek to reactivate their work and ensure that their music transcends to future generations.
The artist, one of the most influential voices in reguetón and Cuban urban music, left a company linked to his musical ventures.
This would include copyright, unreleased songs, and potential royalties. After his death, his natural heirs would be his four minor children, including Ana Paloma Rodríguez, who is seven years old.
Yuneymis Barreto, attorney at the firm Luis E. Barreto & Associates and legal representative of Ana Paloma Rodríguez, stated in remarks to Telemundo 51 that her team filed a formal request to legally operate El Taiger's company.
The request was submitted to the probate court, as well as to another parallel judicial instance, with the aim of revitalizing the commercial activities associated with the late artist's company.
"Last week, there was a hearing where the judge stated that we had the authorization to move forward with all the music, to operate in the name of the company El Taiger, so all his fans are going to be extremely happy," explained Barreto.
According to the lawyer, the court order allowing the businesses to operate was granted on March 18, although it has not yet been officially published.
With the legal approval now granted, Barreto clarified that his firm, along with the mother of another of the artist's children, will be responsible for managing the business until the minors reach adulthood.
The immediate goal of this administration is to reactivate the singer's career posthumously.
To achieve this, they plan to release their music, launch unreleased projects, and facilitate tributes to their figure.
One of the most valuable aspects of the artist's legacy is the unreleased songs and the copyrights that still generate income.
The money obtained from these ventures will be exclusively allocated to the four children of the singer.
According to Barreto, “the money earned will be given to the four children and each transaction or contract will be overseen by a judge from Miami-Dade.”
All economic management will be regulated by the county probate court, ensuring transparency and legality in the process.
However, the final order from the judge that will determine when El Taiger's company can officially operate is still to be defined.
Additionally, there are pending tax matters, as the singer has apparently accumulated debts with the tax authorities over several years.
On the other hand, this Monday, the decision of the Miami Dade Prosecutor's Office was revealed to not seek the death penalty for Damián Valdez-Galloso in the murder case of El Taiger, a decision that his family members have not expressed agreement with.
The decision by the Prosecutor's Office has generated divided opinions among the followers and fans of El Taiger, who demand justice for his murder. While some disagree with the absence of a death penalty request, others believe that justice will be served if Valdez-Galloso spends the rest of his days in prison.
The Prosecutor's Office stated that if it goes to trial, they would be seeking a life sentence for the accused. In addition to the charge of first-degree murder, Damián Valdez-Galloso is also being charged with evidence tampering and possession of firearms.
Frequently asked questions about the legacy and inheritance of El Taiger
Who are the heirs of El Taiger's legacy?
The natural heirs of El Taiger are his four minor children. They are Yaliet, Lucas Mateo, Ana Paloma, and Sofía Karim, and they will receive the benefits of his musical and patrimonial legacy. Each of them holds 25% of the artist's estate rights.
What measures are being taken to manage the musical legacy of El Taiger?
The management of El Taiger's musical legacy is entrusted to his legal representative and the mothers of his children, who are responsible for managing his affairs until the minors reach adulthood. The aim is to reactivate the singer's career posthumously and ensure that his children receive the financial benefits.
What will happen to El Taiger's unreleased music?
There are plans to release the unreleased music of El Taiger to keep his musical presence alive. According to his manager, Marcel Reinosa, there is enough material for several years, which will allow fans to continue enjoying his music and ensure that the royalties go to his children.
How is the issue of justice for El Taiger's death being handled?
The murder case of El Taiger has sparked divided opinions regarding the penalty that should be imposed on the accused, Damián Valdez-Galloso. The Miami Dade Prosecutor's Office has decided not to seek the death penalty, but rather life imprisonment, which has caused dissatisfaction among some family members and supporters who demand justice for his tragic death.
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