Jenni Rivera

Date of Birth: July 2, 1969

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Date of Death: December 9, 2012

Biography

Dolores Janney “Jenni” Rivera Saavedra, known professionally as Jenni Rivera, was an American singer, songwriter, actress, television producer, and entrepreneur. Born in Long Beach, California, Rivera is best known for her work in the regional Mexican music genre, specifically in the styles of Banda, Mariachi, and Norteño. She began recording music in 1992 and her career took off with the release of her album “Parrandera, Rebelde y Atrevida” in 2005. Rivera was one of the most successful and influential female artists in regional Mexican music, earning multiple awards and nominations, including several Billboard Latin Music Awards. She was also a reality TV star and executive producer of her own reality show “I Love Jenni,” which aired on Estrella TV and Mun2. Rivera’s career was not just limited to music; she was also involved in philanthropy and advocacy, particularly for immigrant and women’s rights. Tragically, her life was cut short when she died in a plane crash on December 9, 2012, near Iturbide, Nuevo León, Mexico.

5 Interesting Facts about Jenni Rivera

1. Rivera was the first female Banda artist to sell out a concert at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Los Angeles.

2. She was posthumously awarded the Billboard Music Award for Top Latin Artist in 2013.

3. Jenni Rivera founded Jenni Rivera Enterprises, which included music, television, and philanthropic ventures.

4. She was an active supporter of various charitable causes, including the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

5. Rivera’s autobiography, “Unbreakable: My Story, My Way,” was published posthumously in 2013 and became a New York Times bestseller.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jenni Rivera

1. “Maybe I’m not the perfect person, but I’m dedicated.”

2. “Always stay true to yourself and never let what somebody says distract you from your goals.”

3. “I can’t get caught up in what people think about me. The only opinion I care about is my own.”

4. “Life is a challenge, and only those who dare to rise to the challenge will survive.”

5. “You have to stay true to yourself and not be afraid even when you’re scared.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the time of her death, Jenni Rivera’s net worth was estimated to be around $25 million.

Children

Jenni Rivera had five children: Janney “Chiquis” Marín Rivera, Jacqueline Marín Rivera, Michael Marín Rivera, Jenicka López Rivera, and Johnny López Rivera.