The renowned Spanish singer Alejandro Sanz is going through a moment of deep sorrow after the tragic loss of two close friends in the collapse of the roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
The incident, which occurred on April 8, 2025 during a performance by merenguero Rubby Perez, has left at least 221 dead and more than 200 injured.
The tragedy at the Jet Set discotheque
In the early morning of April 8, the Jet Set discotheque, an emblematic nightclub in Santo Domingo, was packed with people enjoying the Rubby Perez concert.
Without warning, the roof of the facility collapsed, trapping hundreds of people under the rubble.
Among the fatalities were prominent figures such as Rubby Perez himself and former Major League Baseball players Octavio Dotel and Tony Blanco.
Personal loss for Alejandro Sanz
Alejandro Sanz used his social networks to express his dismay and sadness for the loss of his friends Eduardo and Johanna, who were among the victims of the collapse. In an emotional message, the artist wrote.
“You leave an abyss too silent. Every second spent with you was a gift. I owe you so much… I promise to take care of ours as you would have done.”
This message reflects the deep bond Sanz had with the couple and the impact their departure has had on his life.
“My heart is full of pain, uncertainty, I don’t understand it, I don’t process it, I can’t and I don’t want to.The Grullón family is my family, the chosen one,” he initially posted upon learning of the tragedy.
They were very close friends
Alejandro Sanz sent all his love to the two people he knew who died in the nightclub tragedy in Santo Domingo:
“In a single second it changes our life, or takes it away. Compadre, Eduardo; comadre Johanna… Just naming you hurts. The moments become memories that stick… That scream with rage without understanding anything. Here you leave an abyss that is too silent”, said the Spanish singer.
I will take care of our family, remembering that every second, absolutely every second, is important. I love you
Alejandro Sanz
Reactions and solidarity from the artistic world
The tragedy has resonated in the international art community.
Artists such as Luis Fonsi and Pastora Soler have publicly expressed their condolences and support to the families of the victims.
Solidarity has been evident on multiple platforms, where colleagues and followers have shared messages of encouragement and grief.
Dominican authorities have launched an investigation to determine the causes of the collapse of the ceiling of the Jet Set discotheque.
Although definitive conclusions have not yet been drawn, it is hoped that the results will shed light on responsibilities and measures to be taken to avoid future tragedies.
Solidarity with the victims and their families
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The loss of emblematic figures such as Rubby Pérez and the magnitude of the disaster have generated a wave of solidarity and reflection on the safety of mass events and the importance of maintaining connections with cultural roots.
The community has organized vigils and memorial events in several U.S. cities, seeking to pay tribute to the victims and offer support to their families.
These displays of unity reflect the strength and resilience of the Hispanic community in the face of adversity.
At times like these, music and art serve as bridges that bring people together, reminding us of the importance of solidarity and mutual support in times of crisis.
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