On May 5, 2025, during the event organized by La Que Buena LA in Los Angeles to commemorate the Battle of Puebla, an emotional moment was experienced by Maribel Guardia and Emiliano Aguilar, Pepe Aguilar’s eldest son.
Before Emiliano Aguilar’s presentation, Maribel Guardia descended from the stage to approach the young artist and give him her blessing, something that was recorded and went viral.
A gesture of support before the stage
In a video that quickly went viral on social networks, the Costa Rican actress and singer is seen placing her hand on Emiliano’s forehead while telling him:
“God bless you and deliver you from all evil, my love. God help you and St. Michael the Archangel…”, says the singer and actress.
“God bless you and deliver you from all evil, my love? Honor your old man,” he said.
Emiliano, visibly moved, closed his eyes and received the blessing with gratitude, culminating the moment with a hug to Maribel.
Public reactions to the Maribel Guardia moment
Maribel Guardia’s gesture was widely applauded by the audience and social media users.
However, it also generated criticism towards Pepe Aguilar, Emiliano’s father, due to the estrangement between them.
Some comments on social networks pointed out the lack of parental support for Emiliano, highlighting the importance of family support at key moments in an artist’s career.
Emiliano Aguilar: a career on the rise
Emiliano Aguilar has been forging his way in music, moving away from the traditional style of the Aguilar dynasty and exploring genres such as rap and hip-hop.
Despite the controversies and personal challenges he has faced, Emiliano continues to work on his artistic development and seek his place in the music industry.
Pepe Aguilar's son has revealed that it has not been easy to excel in music and that he has not had the support of his father and siblings
Peer support
For the U.S. Hispanic community, such gestures resonate deeply, as they reflect values such as mutual support, the importance of family and self-improvement.
The support of consolidated figures such as Maribel Guardia for new talents such as Emiliano Aguilar symbolizes the continuity and renewal of Latin music culture in the country.
The emotional moment between Maribel Guardia and Emiliano Aguilar not only stood out at the 5 de Mayo event, but also served as a reminder of the power of support and solidarity in the artistic and family community.
Here you can watch the video of the blessing.
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