On July 2, 2025, Jenni Rivera would have celebrated her 56th birthday. Although her life was tragically cut short on December 9, 2012 in a plane crash in Nuevo Leon, Mexico, her legacy lives on in regional Mexican music and in the hearts of her fans.
To commemorate this date, her family shared a previously unreleased video showing the singer celebrating her last birthday in 2012, offering an intimate look into her family life.
A look at the last birthday of “La Diva de la Banda”.
The video, shared by her youngest son, Johnny Rivera, on social media, shows Jenni in the privacy of her home, sitting in the dining room while a group of mariachis sing “Las Mañanitas” to her.
Dressed in black and without makeup, the singer appears smiling and visibly excited.
His daughter Jenicka also appears in the footage, capturing the moment with her cell phone.
This clip, recorded on July 2, 2012, offers a touching glimpse into Jenni Rivera’s personal life, showing her more human and close side, away from the stage and spotlight.
Reactions from Jenni Rivera’s fans
The release of the video generated a wave of emotions among Jenni Rivera’s fans. In the comments, many expressed their affection and nostalgia:
“Oh my God!!!! Happy birthday to our Jenni wherever she is”.
“If there is death that hurts me, it’s Jenni’s death. She is missed. I imagine how sad it is for her children and family. If only she knew. I imagine it hasn’t been easy. May God continue to give them strength and much success.
“Sad to remember his departure full of life”.
“Happy birthday Jenni from heaven. You will always live in our hearts”.
These displays of affection reflect the lasting impact Jenni Rivera had on her audience and how her music and personality continue to resonate with the public.
The legacy of Jenni Rivera and her family
Since her passing, Jenni Rivera’s children – Chiquis, Jenicka, Jacqie, Michael and Johnny – have worked to preserve and honor her legacy.
In addition to sharing personal memories, they have launched posthumous projects that keep their music alive.
One of these projects is the album “Mission Accomplished”, released on June 30, 2023.
This album includes previously unreleased recordings of Jenni Rivera, carefully selected and produced by her children, with the collaboration of Sergio Lizárraga and Pavel Ocampo.
The album features a mix of genres such as banda, mariachi and regional Mexican, and features the vocal participation of Chiquis and Jacqie Rivera.
Misión Cumplida, fue bien recibido por los fans y críticos, consolidando aún más la influencia de Jenni Rivera en la música latina
An icon for Hispanics
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Jenni Rivera, born in Long Beach, California, of Mexican parents, became an emblematic figure for the Hispanic community in the United States. Her music addressed themes such as self-improvement, female strength and immigrant experiences, resonating deeply with her audience.
In addition to her musical career, Jenni was an active supporter of social causes, including the fight against domestic violence. Her foundation, Love Foundation, continues to support women and children affected by abuse.
Through her art and activism, Jenni Rivera left an indelible mark, inspiring generations of Latinos to fight for their dreams and stay true to their roots.
The emotional video shared by her family not only remembers Jenni Rivera in a moment of happiness and love, but also reaffirms her legacy as an artist, mother and symbol of empowerment for the Hispanic community.
Here is the touching video of Jenni Rivera’s last birthday.
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