On October 9th, around 10:30 PM, authorities in Mexico City reached out to Mariana Ávila. They delivered a devastating piece of news. Her boyfriend, Fede Dorcaz, an Argentinian singer and model, had been tragically murdered.
Mexico City’s Prosecutor’s Office is still looking into the case. At first, investigators thought it was a robbery. However, new evidence changed their minds. Public surveillance cameras captured parts of the event. Journalist Carlos Jiménez shared these images, which were also reported by the digital newspaper Infobae. The footage suggests a direct attack. At least four people on motorcycles opened fire on Fede’s vehicle. The Secretariat of Citizen Security (SSC) also stated it appeared to be a direct hit. Dorcaz was driving his truck on Periférico Avenue in the Miguel Hidalgo area. No arrests have been made so far.
Mariana was the first person to learn about the terrible news. The next morning, she shared her heartbreak on X. Her touching message read: “You will always be my favorite person in the whole world, I love you, I love you, I love you and I will always love you.”
Who is Mariana Ávila? Girlfriend of the Argentinian Singer Murdered in Mexico
Mariana Ávila was born in Venezuela on December 22, 1994. She is a digital content creator, a talented singer, and a popular influencer. She now calls Mexico home. There, she has steadily grown her artistic career and built a strong presence in the media.
Her YouTube channel boasts over 19 million subscribers. On TikTok, she also commands more than 19 million followers. Her Instagram account, @soymarianaavila, has over 4.6 million fans. Her digital content is a lively mix of pranks, challenges, and reaction videos. She also shares glimpses into her daily life and highlights her music projects.
Ávila studied journalism in her native country. In 2016, she even worked as a reporter for Anzoátegui TV. However, her greatest fame has blossomed through television and, especially, social media.
In April 2025, she released her album “Dollypop.” It features several tracks, including the song ‘Moka,’ which she created in collaboration with Fede Dorcaz.
Just before Fede’s tragic death, Mariana had exciting news to share. She was set to join the reality show ‘Las Estrellas Bailan en Hoy.’ Making this even more special, Fede was scheduled to be her dance partner. Their shared professional and personal life made this opportunity incredibly meaningful for both of them.
Mariana and Fede first crossed paths at a party in November 2023. A few days later, fate brought them together again at a music festival in Mexico City. After that, they started spending more time together. By January 2024, their connection had deepened, and they officially became a couple. They once shared in an interview that they dreamed of starting a family. For the time being, however, they were focused on building their artistic careers.
Andrea Rodríguez, the producer of the “Hoy” show, expressed her deep sadness over Fede Dorcaz’s death. She also confirmed that Mariana Ávila would no longer be participating in the dance competition. Rodriguez shared a heartfelt statement. She said, “There will still be thirteen couples, but one of them will now join us from heaven.”
She also asked for everyone to show respect and support for the grieving influencer. Rodriguez stated, “She is in shock, completely devastated. All we can do is give her our love and comfort.”
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