Fede Dorcaz, a 29-year-old Argentinian singer and model, was fatally shot in an attempted robbery in Mexico City’s Amplacion Daniel Garza neighborhood. The Secretariat of Citizen Security of Mexico City confirmed that Dorcaz was hit three times, including a shot to the neck, by attackers on motorcycles. The tragic incident took place just days before Dorcaz was set to appear on a reality television show.
The authorities are still investigating the incident and have not yet identified a motive or arrested any suspects. According to reports, Dorcaz was on his way home from dance rehearsals when his vehicle was intercepted by two motorcycles, and the assailants opened fire. The incident has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, especially since Dorcaz was about to make his debut on the popular Mexican dance competition show, “Las Estrellas Bailan En Hoy” or “The Stars Dance Today.”
The show’s producers expressed their sorrow over the loss of the rising star in a heartfelt post. They wrote, “The HOY family mourns the sensitive passing of our friend and colleague, Fede Dorcaz. We join in the grief that overwhelms his entire family, his parents, and his girlfriend Mariana Avila.”
Avila, a well-known influencer with a significant YouTube following, was also set to appear on the show with Dorcaz. She shared her grief over the tragic incident in a series of emotional social media posts. In one post, she wrote, “You will always be my favorite person in the whole world, I love you I love you I love you and I will always love you.”
Dorcaz was a prominent figure in the Mexican music scene, with hits like “No Eres Tu” and “Cara Bonita” that both made it to the Top 10 on Mexican radio. He also had a successful modeling career, having worked with high-end fashion brands such as Giorgio Armani and Dolce & Gabbana.