Chiquis Rivera

American singer

In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is  Marín and the second or maternal family name is  Rivera.

Chiquis Rivera

Rivera in 2016

Born|

Janney Marín Rivera

(1985-06-26) June 26, 1985 (age 40)

Los Angeles, California, U.S.

Other names|

* Janney Marin Rivera
* La Princesa de la Banda
* La Necia
* La Abeja Reina

Occupations|

* Singer
* television personality

Years active| 1999–present
Spouse| Emilio Sánchez
Mother| Jenni Rivera
Relatives|

* Lupillo Rivera (uncle)
* Juan Rivera (uncle)
* Rosie Rivera (aunt)

Musical career
Genres|

* Regional Mexican
* Latin pop

Instrument| Vocals
Labels|

* Fonovisa
* Sweet Sound

Website| chiquismerch.com

Musical artist

Janney Marín "Chiquis" Rivera  (born June 26, 1985) is an American singer and television personality. She is the eldest daughter of singer Jenni Rivera. She began her singing career in early 2014, releasing her first single "Paloma Blanca" as a tribute to her mother.

She made her television debut with her reality show Jenni Rivera Presents: Chiquis & Raq-C and also appeared on her mother's hit spin-off reality show I Love Jenni. Rivera's debut album, Ahora, was released on June 2, 2015. Her memoir, Forgiveness, was published on April 7, 2015, and its sequel, Unstoppable, on February 2, 2022.

Rivera is the recipient of three Latin Grammy Awards, two Lo Nuestro Awards, and two Grammy nominations.[1]

## Life

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Janney Marín Rivera was born and raised in California. She is daughter of Regional Mexican star, Jenni Rivera and her first husband, José Trinidad Marín.[2][3] She is the first child of both her parents, has one younger sister, Jacquelin, one brother, Mikey, and two half-siblings from her mother's second marriage. Rivera is Presbyterian and attends church regularly with her family.[citation needed]

### Relationship with mother

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On April 7, 2015, she released a memoir called Forgiveness, she revealed the reasons she and her mother, Jenni Rivera, stopped speaking in October 2012.[4] She revealed that she was molested by a woman.[4] She confirmed that the reason for her and her mother's separation stemmed from the rumor that she had an affair with Esteban Loaiza. She denied the rumor and attributes it to "toxic voices" that surrounded her mother at a time when she was deeply lonely and confused, leading her to doubt her then-husband's fidelity and her own daughter's loyalty.[4] She stated, in an attempt to find evidence of incriminating behavior, that Rivera looked at video footage from her home's security system and found an instance in which Chiquis is seen leaving the master bedroom which Rivera shared with Loaiza while they were married. Chiquis said that Rivera became fixated with the video, and watched it so many times that she had made herself believe her daughter actually "came back to the house and snuck back into the bedroom" to have a sexual encounter with Loaiza.[4] Beto Cuevas, who was friends with Jenni, has stated that he gave her advice on how to deal with the rift with Chiquis three days before Jenni's death.[5]

### Sexual abuse

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In 1997, her aunt, Rosie Rivera came forward and confessed to Jenni Rivera, that José Trinidad Marín, used to sexually molest her, and was now doing the same to Chiquis. Physical examination showed he had done the same with her younger sister Jacqie Marín. The molestation case was opened in 1997 and Marín spent 9 years as a fugitive before he was apprehended in April 2006 and convicted of sexual assault and rape. In May 2007, José Trinidad Marín was found guilty of 7 out of 9 charges and sentenced to 30 years in prison without parole.[6][7][8][3][9]

### Mother's death

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See also: 2012 Mexico Learjet 25 crash

On 9 December 2012, her mother and six others died in a plane crash following a concert at the Monterrey Arena in Monterrey, Nuevo León.[10] The plane was en route to Toluca for an appearance by Rivera on La Voz ... México.[11][12][13]

### Marriage

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Chiquis married Lorenzo E. Méndez Ronquillo (former vocalist of La Original Banda El Limón) in June 2019 and became stepmother to Lorenzo's daughter from his previous marriage. On September 17, 2020, Rivera announced her divorce with Méndez through social media, claiming it a decision from both parties. Chiquis would later claim in her 2022 autobiography Unbreakable that Lorenzo was a drug addict with aggression issues, at one point spitting in her face and grabbing her by the neck, only stopping after her brother charged at him with a dumbbell.[citation needed] Chiquis Rivera got engaged to Emilio Sánchez in May 2023. A year later she married Emilio Sánchez on July 5, 2024 in Las Vegas. Amongst the invitees were Becky G.

### Sexual orientation

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In an interview in March 2023, Chiquis came out as bisexual. She also added that in her youth she had a girlfriend, but her mother forced her to end her relationship.[14]

## Career

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Rivera at the 2012 Alma Awards

### Television personality

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She made her television debut with her reality show Jenni Rivera Presents: Chiquis & Raq-C, Chiquis 'n Control, and also appeared on her mother's hit spin-off reality show I Love Jenni.[15][16] She also starred in her mini web-series Chiquis Confidential.[17] She and her siblings started in a spin-off of I Love Jenni called The Riveras. The series aired its fourth and final season on NBC Universo on August 11.[citation needed]

### Singer

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Rivera began her singing career in early 2014, releasing her first single "Paloma Blanca".[18][19] It was written by her and dedicated as a tribute to her late mother. At Premios Juventud she made her musical debut on international television with her performance of "Esa No Soy Yo".[20][21][22]

On April 6, 2015, Chiquis declared to the daily newspaper Miami Herald, she would be releasing an album called Ahora, on June 2, 2015.[23] She stated, "I called it Ahora because it's about living in the moment and appreciating the now. I feel that's how my life can be summed up. It really has a little bit of everything – pop mixed with banda. I love all types of music and didn't want to limit myself since I am my own record label [Sweet Sound Records] I was able to take my time with it. I want to give that to people. I don't know anyone who listens to just one type of music – it's universal and brings everyone together."[23]

In spring of 2018, Rivera released her second studio album titled 'Entre Botellas' which feature songs made with Lorenzo Mendez, Jenni Rivera and Juan Rivera. Her two singles 'Vas a Volver' and 'Horas Extras' were featured in the album as well as 'Quisieran Tener Mi Lugar', a duet sang with her mother Jenni Rivera.[citation needed]

## Artistry

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### Musical style

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Rivera's musical style is classified as banda, a form of traditional Mexican music popular in Mexico and parts of the United States with large Mexican populations. Banda music originated in the state of Sinaloa and the music sound is primarily instruments such as tuba, clarinets and trumpets, i.e. Banda El Recodo and Banda La Costeña.[18]

## Discography

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* Ahora (2015)
* Entre Botellas (2018)
* Playlist (2020)
* Abeja Reina (2022)
* Bee Side (2023)
* Diamantes (2024)
* Diamantes VVS1 (2024)

## Filmography

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List of television credits  Year | Title | Role | Notes

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2010  | Jenni Rivera Presents: Chiquis & Raq-C | Herself  | Mun2 reality show about her and her friend, Jenni Rivera appeared in and produced.
2011–2013  | I Love Jenni | Herself  | Mun2 reality show about her mother's life, Jenni Rivera produced.
2012  | Chiquis n' Control | Herself  | Mun2 reality show about her opening a blow-dry salon, Jenni Rivera appeared in and produced.
2016-2019  | The Riveras | Herself  | NBC Universo focusing on her and her siblings after Jenni Rivera's death.
2019-2021  | Tengo Talento Mucho Talento | Judge  | Estrella TV competition show searching for the best Latino talent in the United States.
2021-2022  | Lo Mejor de Ti con Chiquis | Host  | NBC Universo lifestyle show, Chqiuis leads physical and emotional makeovers for a group of nominated guests.
2024  | La Academia | Judge  | Mexican musical competition series
2024  | Chiquis Sin Filtro | Herself  | Vix docuseries
2025  | Foodie On The Go | Herself  | LatiNation food & travel series

## Awards and nominations

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### Billboard Latin Music Awards

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The Billboard Latin Music Awards are awarded annually by Billboard magazine in the United States. The Billboard awards are the Latin music industry's longest running and most prestigious award. Chiquis has received two nominations.[24][25]

Year  | Nominee / work  | Award  | Result

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2015 | Herself  | Hot Latin Songs Artist of the Year, Female  | Nominated[26]
2016 | Regional Mexican Albums Artist of the Year, Solo  | Nominated

### Grammy Awards

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The Grammy Awards are awarded annually by The Recording Academy. Chiquis has received two nominations.[citation needed]

Year  | Nominee / work  | Award  | Result

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2023 | Abeja Reina | Best Regional Mexican Music Album (including Tejano) | Nominated
2025 | Diamantes | Best Regional Mexican Music Album (including Tejano) | Nominated

### Juventud Awards

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The Juventud Awards are awarded annually by the television network Univision in the United States. Chiquis has received eight nominations.[citation needed]

Year  | Nominee / work  | Award  | Result

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|
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2014 | Paloma Blanca  | Catchiest Tune  | Nominated
My Favorite Video  | Nominated
Herself  | Best Artist using Social Media to Connect with Fans  | Nominated
2019 | Best Social Artist  | Nominated
Best Scroll Stopper  | Nominated
Chiquis Rivera and Lorenzo Méndez  | Best Couple  | Nominated
2020 | Herself  | Breaking the Internet  | Nominated
2021 | Female Youth Artist of the Year  | Nominated

### Latin American Music Awards

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The Latin American Music Awards are the Spanish-language version of the American Music Awards hosted on U.S. Spanish-language television network, Telemundo.[27][28]

Year  | Nominee / work  | Award  | Result

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2015 | Herself  | New Artist of the Year  | Nominated
Favorite Female Artist  | Nominated
2022 | Social Artist of the Year  | Nominated

### Latin Grammy Awards

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The Latin Grammy Awards are awarded annually by The Latin Recording Academy in the United States. Rivera has received three awards.[29]

Year  | Nominee / work  | Award  | Result

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2020 | Playlist | Best Banda Album | Won
2022 | Abeja Reina | Best Banda Album | Won
2024 | Diamantes | Best Banda Album | Won

### Lo Nuestro Awards

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The Lo Nuestro Awards are awarded annually by the television network Univision in the United States.[30][31][32][33]

Year  | Nominee / work  | Award  | Result

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|
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2015  | Herself  | Regional Mexican: Female Artist of the Year | Nominated
2016  | Won
2017  | Female Artist of the Year  | Won
2020 | Social Artist of the Year  | Nominated
2021 | Regional Mexican Artist of the Year  | Nominated
2023 | Female Regional Mexican Artist of the Year  | Pending
Abeja Reina  | Regional Mexican Album of the Year  | Pending
Mi Problema  | Regional Mexican Song of the Year  | Pending
Quiero Amanecer Con Alguien  | Banda Song of the Year  | Pending
Baila Así | Urban Dance/Pop Song of the Year  | Pending
2025  | Herself  | Female Artist of the Year  | Pending

### Premios De La Radio

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The Premios De La Radio are awarded annually by the television network Estrella TV in the United States for the Regional Mexican Music genre. Chiquis has received one nomination, and in 2014 she lost the award to her late mother Jenni Rivera.[34][35]

Year  | Nominee / work  | Award  | Result

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2014  | Herself  | Female Artist of the Year  | Nominated
2015  | Won
2022  | Nominated

### Tu Mundo Awards

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The Tu Mundo Awards are produced by Telemundo awarded annually from the American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida.[36]

Year  | Nominee / work  | Award  | Result

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2014 | #BossBee  | Fan Club of the Year  | Nominated

## References

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1. ^ "2022 Latin GRAMMYs Winners & Nominees: See The Complete List (Live Updates)". www.grammy.com. Retrieved November 18, 2022.
2. ^ Diximedia. ""Chiquis Rivera" tras herencia de su madre Jenni Rivera con su primer disco". lainformacion.com (in Spanish). Retrieved March 4, 2015.
3. ^ a b "José Trinidad Marín, exesposo de Jenni Rivera, pide salir bajo libertad condicional". People en Espanol (in Spanish). June 27, 2013. Retrieved March 4, 2015.
4. ^ a b c d Romero, Angie (April 7, 2015). "Chiquis Rivera's 'Forgiveness' Memoir: The 5 Most Shocking Revelations". Billboard. Retrieved April 8, 2015.
5. ^ "Beto Cuevas revela presagio a Jenni Rivera días antes de morir". Debate.
6. ^ Rodriguez, Cindy Y. (December 11, 2012). "Jenni Rivera is mourned, but still inspires". CNN. Retrieved June 16, 2013.
7. ^ Ilich, Tijana. "Jenni Rivera – Biography of Banda's Diva". About.com. Archived from the original on November 1, 2013. Retrieved August 12, 2013.
8. ^ "Jenni Rivera's Daughter: I Survived Sexual Abuse". AOL Latino. August 10, 2010. Retrieved April 17, 2013.
9. ^ "Declaran culpable al ex de Jenni Rivera José Trinidad Marín fue señalado como responsable de 8 de los 9 cargos en el juicio por abuso sexual en su contra". People en Espanol (in Spanish). May 10, 2007. Retrieved March 4, 2015.
10. ^ "Plane of missing singer likely found in Mexico". Cable News Network. Retrieved December 10, 2012.
11. ^ Regional Mexican Star Jenni Rivera Dies in Plane Crash ABC News.
12. ^ Associated Press (December 9, 2012). Jenni Rivera, Mexican-American singer, killed in plane crash in northern Mexico; she was 43 years old. Daily News|location=New York.
13. ^ "Jenni Rivera, Latin music star, dies in plane crash". BBC News. BBC. December 10, 2012. Retrieved December 10, 2012.
14. ^ "Chiquis declara que es bisexual". Salazar Nunez, Marcos (in Spanish). E!. March 24, 2023.
15. ^ "Rivera and Daughter Had "Unfinished Business," Says Former Co-Star RaqC". Latina Magazine. Retrieved March 4, 2015.
16. ^ "RaqC: Queen of Spanglish Media Sheds Light on Career & Life". Latin Heat Entertainment. Retrieved March 4, 2015.
17. ^ "Chiquis Rivera Launches Webseries, Site Crashes Due to Overwhelming Demand". Billboard. April 1, 2014. Retrieved March 4, 2015.
18. ^ a b "Chiquis debuta como cantante con tema dedicado a su mamá Jenni Rivera". HuffPost Latino (in Spanish). TheHuffingtonPost.com, Inc. January 17, 2014. Retrieved March 4, 2015.
19. ^ "Chiquis Rivera se estrena como cantante con el tema 'Paloma blanca', dedicado a Jenni Rivera". People en Espanol (in Spanish). January 16, 2014. Retrieved March 4, 2015.
20. ^ "Chiquis Looked Like A Copy Of Jenni Rivera at the Premios Juventud!". Latin Times. July 18, 2014. Retrieved July 28, 2014.
21. ^ "Sony Music Artists shine at Premios Juventud 2014 | #PRNC". Prnewschannel.com. July 18, 2014. Archived from the original on July 26, 2014. Retrieved July 28, 2014.
22. ^ admin2 (January 16, 2014). "Chiquis Marin Sings Paloma Blanca". RegionalMex. Archived from the original on August 11, 2014. Retrieved July 28, 2014.`{{cite web}}`: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
23. ^ a b Marr, Madeleine (April 6, 2015). "Chiquis Rivera talks mom Jenni Rivera and book, 'Forgiveness'". The Miami Herald. Retrieved April 8, 2015.
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34. ^ "Premios de la Radio 2016 – Mejor Vestidos". Premios.EstrellaTV.com. n.d. Archived from the original on October 5, 2015. Retrieved September 10, 2017.
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* t
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Jenni Rivera

* Discography
* Awards and nominations

Studio albums|

* Si Quieres Verme Llorar
* Reyna De Reynas
* Que Me Entierren Con la Banda
* Déjate Amar
* Se las Voy a Dar a Otro
* Homenaje a Las Grandes
* Parrandera, Rebelde y Atrevida
* Mi Vida Loca
* Jenni
* La Gran Señora
* Joyas Prestadas
* Misión Cumplida

Compilation albums|

* Simplemente... La Mejor
* La Misma Gran Señora
* La Más Completa Colección
* Angel Baby

Live albums|

* En Vivo Desde Hollywood
* Besos y Copas Desde Hollywood
* La Diva en Vivo
* La Gran Señora en Vivo
* 1969 – Siempre, En Vivo Desde Monterrey, Parte 1
* 1969 – Siempre, En Vivo Desde Monterrey, Parte 2
* 1 Vida – 3 Historias
* Paloma Negra Desde Monterrey

Singles|

* "De Contrabando"
* "¡Basta Ya!"
* "A Cambio de Qué"
* "Detrás de Mi Ventana"
* "Aparentemente Bien"

Songs|

* "Así Fue"
* "Como Tu Mujer"

Featured singles|

* "Cosas del Amor"
* "El Amor"
* "Ni Rosas Ni Juguetes"
* "Lo Mejor de Mi Vida Eres Tú"

Books|

* Unbreakable: My Story, My Way

Film|

* Filly Brown

Television|

* I Love Jenni
* The Voice (Mexico)
* The Riveras
* Su nombre era Dolores, la Jenn que yo conocí
* Mariposa de Barrio

Retail|

* Jenni Rivera Fashion

People|

* Chiquis Rivera
* Lupillo Rivera
* Juan Rivera
* Rosie Rivera
* Esteban Loaiza

Related articles|

* 2012 Mexico Learjet 25 crash
* Fonovisa Records
* Eva Luna
* Homenaje a La Gran Señora
* List of Billboard Social 50 number-one artists

Category

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International|

* VIAF
* FAST
* WorldCat

National|

* United States

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