ADRIÁN Olivares was a member of the boy band Menudo from 1990 to 1993.
The Mexican singer has tragically passed away at age 48.
Who was Menudo singer Adrián Olivares?
Adrián Olivares was born in 1976 in Mexico City, Mexico.
He joined the Puerto Rican boy band Menudo in 1990 before leaving the group in 1993.
During his time with the group, they released the albums 15 Años, Detras Tu Mirada, and Dancin’ Movin’ Shakin.’
According to Distractify, Adrián’s friend and former bandmate Robert Avellanet was the first to announce his death via social media.
In an Instagram post from July 8, 2024, the Puerto Rican singer-songwriter wrote alongside a headshot of a younger Adrián, “I am still in shock!”
“Strength to his family. Wishing your soul a smooth transition. I’ll always remember his great sense of humor. We will meet there brother. RIP Adrián.”
At this time, Adrián’s cause of death is unknown.
Did Adrián Olivares have any children?
Adrián has a daughter named Eliana Rose Olivaras, who shared a tribute for her late father on Instagram on July 8, 2024.
“I’m at a loss for words. Daddy I love you forever. You have shown me love, guidance, strength and many more things that I wouldn’t know without you,” she wrote alongside a series of photos with Adrián.
“I still can’t process the fact that you are gone and that I can’t give you a hug or tell you how much I love you. You are the best dad a girl can ask for.
“I know you are in gods hands and I’m so grateful to have you as my guardian angel.
“Love you forever daddy♾️👼🏻,” Eliana continued, also adding a pink heart emoji.
It is unclear if Adrián had any other kids.
Who was in Menudo?
Menudo was founded in 1977 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and has been regarded as the “Most Iconic Latino Pop Music Band.”
The Latino pop band was formed by music producer and songwriter Edgardo Díaz.
Its original members included Fernando Sallaberry, Nefty Sallaberry, Ricky Meléndez, Carlos Meléndez, and Óscar Meléndez.
Per Variety, since Díaz “infamously cycled out Menudo members once they hit puberty,” over 30 boys were in the band in a span of 20 years.
As Yahoo! reported via Women’s Health, some other members have included Ricky Martin, Johnny Lozada, René Farrait, and Miguel Cancel.
In addition to Adrián and Robert, other members have also included singers like Roy Rosselló and Ray Reyes.
Billboard reported that Menudo announced new members in March 2023, which include Nicolas Calero, Gabriel Rossell, Andres Emilio, Alejandro Querales, and Ezra Gilmore.
