The controversy surrounding the death of legendary Mexican singer José José has resurfaced in 2025, after his eldest son, José Joel, reiterated his suspicions about a possible poisoning, pointing the finger directly at his half-sister, Sarita Sosa, and his stepmother, Sara Salazar.
These allegations, dating back to the artist’s death in 2019, have gained new traction due to recent statements and legal actions taken by the family.
Suspected poisoning
José Joel and his sister Marysol have expressed on several occasions their concern about the treatment their father received during his last years, especially after he was transferred to Miami by Sarita Sosa.
Both have pointed out irregularities in the medical care and isolation to which the singer was subjected.
One of the most shocking statements came from Paulina Mondragón, a close friend of the singer, who affirmed that the singer confessed to her that he had been induced to take weight loss pills that caused him significant physical deterioration.
Controversial statements made by a friend of the singer
According to Mondragón, José José told him: “Sara gave me some pills to lose weight and they ate my muscles”.
In addition, Jorge Jiménez, producer of the singer’s bioseries, revealed that Sarita Sosa made the singer believe that his ex-manager, Laura Núñez, was poisoning him, which would have contributed to the estrangement with people close to him.
Legal actions and family disputes
In November 2019, José Joel confirmed that he and his sister Marysol initiated legal proceedings against Sarita Sosa and Sara Salazar, seeking to clarify the circumstances of the last years of their father’s life and the decisions made regarding his care.
The dispute escalated when Sarita Sosa filed documents in a Florida court claiming to be the sole legitimate heir, omitting the existence of her siblings.
Jose Joel described this action as a serious crime, noting that presenting false documentation in court could lead to severe legal consequences.
Hasta el momento, la familia de José José no ha confirmado de manera oficial esta versión, pero las especulaciones se avivaron por lo que dijo José Joel
The struggle for legacy
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The death of ‘The Prince of Song’ on September 28, 2019 was surrounded by controversy, including the lack of information about his immediate whereabouts and the decision to cremate his body without a prior autopsy.
His eldest children have expressed their wish for a thorough investigation to clarify the circumstances of his death.
Despite the years that have passed, the family continues to seek justice and clarity about the events surrounding the last days of the “Prince of Song”.
The case continues to be a topic of interest for both the artist’s followers and the Hispanic community in the United States, who are waiting for definitive answers about the legacy and memory of the Mexican artist.
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