The late ranchera and mariachi music star was known as 'El Chente' to his fans and often performed at the Pico Rivera Sports Arena.
A Pico Rivera street will be renamed Friday for the late ranchera music star Vicente Fernández.
The Mexican ranchera and mariachi star, who died at the age of 81 last year, was a frequent performer at the Pico Rivera Sports Arena. The street leading up to the arena will be renamed"Avenida Vicente Fernández." "Many residents recalled hearing his music in person at the Pico Rivera Sports Arena, where 'El Chente' performed at the venue on numerous occasions. Each performance drew thousands of residents and concertgoers to the city, proving that he was a beloved figure among area residents, regardless of age, and music preference," the city said in a statement.
It will be the second street in Southern California to bear the singer's name, with the Los Angeles City Council
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Vicente Fernández honored with street named after him in Pico RiveraiEl Rey! Legendary singer Vicente Fernández is getting a street in Los Angeles County named after him. More on 'Chente':
Read more »
Vicente Fernández honored with street named after him in Pico RiveraiEl Rey! Legendary singer Vicente Fernández is getting a street in Los Angeles County named after him. More on 'Chente':
Read more »
One dead, one hurt in double shooting near 24th Street and Van BurenA woman is dead and another is hurt after a double shooting late Thursday night near 24th Street and Van Buren.
Read more »
Watch: Mahomes, Chiefs Take Penalty to Pay Tribute to Len DawsonChiefs QB Patrick Mahomes came out onto the field Thursday and recreated Len Dawson’s infamous “choir huddle” 🙏 ChiefsKingdom
Read more »