THE “King of Rancheras” Vicente Fernandez passed away on Sunday, December 12, 2021.
He was 81 years old, and the father of four adult children: Vicente Jr, Alejandro, Gerardo, and Alejandra, whom he shared with his wife Maria del Refugio Abarca Villaseñor. Here’s all you need to know.
Vicente Fernández children: Meet Alejandro Fernández, Vicente Fernández, Gerardo Fernández, Alejandra Fernández
Alejandro Fernandez
Born on April 24, 1971, Alejandro Fernandez is a singer just like his father Vicente was.
Hailing from Guadalajara, Mexico, Alejandro made his first public appearance during one of his father’s shows in 1976.
In December of 1992, Alejandro released his self-titled debut album.
It was nominated for Regional Mexican Album of the Year at the Lo Nuestro Awards of 1993.
Vicente Fernández Jr
Vicente Fernández Jr was born on November 11, 1963, in Mexico City and is the singer’s eldest child.
Like his brother Alejandro, Vicente Jr. is a Mexican music singer and accompanied his famous father on several of his musical tours.
Some of the famous venues have included the Whitey Theater in Mexico City and the Million Dollar in Los Angeles, California.
Gerado Fernández
Gerado Fernandez is the youngest son of Vicente and a prominent businessman in Mexico.
Despite growing up among the “Charro de Huentitán” and the entertainment industry he has always chosen to keep a low profile.
However, in the professional field, Gerardo Fernández has often bred Thoroughbred horses – a shared interest with his famous father.
Alejandra Fernández
Alejandra Fernández is the youngest and only daughter of singer Vicente.
Like her brother Gerardo she has maintained a low profile and little is known about her.
She does not possess social media accounts and has persistently stayed out of the spotlight.