The death of the iconic and legendary Mexican singer-songwriter Juan Gabriel has had a profound impact on the Latino community and beyond. His music transcended geographic boundaries and was the soundtrack for many a generation.
Below we've compiled some of the local social media reactions to his passing.
Juan Gabriel, ur the goat
— white stallion (@babybalboa_) August 29, 2016
Rest in peace, Juan Gabriel. We were lucky to see him perform live here at Oracle Arena. pic.twitter.com/lA0gPe0LZM
— Oracle Arena (@OracleArena) August 28, 2016
Juan Gabriel passed away on my birthday so that has to mean he's my guardian angel ��
— King Of August (@_vpsteezy) August 29, 2016
RIP to Juan Gabriel a true legend ����
— King Of August (@_vpsteezy) August 28, 2016
You'll be forever remembered, Juan Gabriel #AmorEternoJuanGabriel
— Cristina Peralta (@teenyperalta) August 29, 2016
JUAN GABRIEL: as usual, when music legends die, people start downloading their hits. JuanGa now in top 10 #iTunes pic.twitter.com/mTtaagj1cM
— ANDRÉS BRENDER (@abrenderT48) August 29, 2016
We are saddened to hear of the passing of an iconic singer, songwriter & performer.... RIP JUAN GABRIEL (PC: Getty) pic.twitter.com/Oamhc4oLyM
— 997 NOW (@997now) August 28, 2016
Just realized. Juan Gabriel died today. No matter your musical taste, he was HUGE. Think Elvis, Michael Jackson and Madonna all at once.
— Alberto Diaz-Cayeros (@diazcayeros) August 29, 2016
https://t.co/8rEmR9u7Kv silencio, América: el rey ha muerto.
— Adriana Sánchez (@tsaitami) August 28, 2016
Everytime I remember Juan Gabriel passed away I feel sad. He was such an emblematic performer, and he touched so many people w his music.
— Mirelle Ortega (@moxvi_) August 29, 2016
When you're parents find out Juan Gabriel passed away and the rest of the day they play all his music... RIP
— Nataly Diaz (@Nataly_Diaz15) August 29, 2016
My mom woke up and still couldn't believe Juan Gabriel was actually gone #SadLatinaMomsWorldwide
— Emanuel Ulloa (@mannyulloa_) August 29, 2016
You'll be forever remembered, Juan Gabriel #AmorEternoJuanGabriel
— Cristina Peralta (@teenyperalta) August 29, 2016
I'm legit so sad about Juan Gabriel, he was an amazing singer/songwriter!!! He was like the Mexican Prince
— Magaly (@magalyangely) August 29, 2016
One of the greatest Mexican singers has past away. Rest in peace Juan Gabriel. #JuanGabriel thanks for creating such beautiful music!
— Movaro (@RealMovaro) August 29, 2016
