Valentín Elizalde’s Family Distances Itself from Documentary About His Murder: ‘We Did Not Participate’
Por Carlos Rodríguez ·
Just days before the 20th anniversary of the murder of Valentín Elizalde, known as El Gallo de Oro, his family made public their position on the audiovisual productions that have revisited the life and death of the Mexican singer.
The statement coincides with the premiere of the documentary series Valentín: La muerte del Gallo de Oro, available since Thursday, November 12 on HBO Max. Through a statement, members of the so-called Elizalde Dynasty clarified that they did not participate in those productions and that they prefer not to issue opinions about materials whose content they do not know.
What did Valentín Elizalde’s family say about the documentary?
VALENTÍN ELIZALDE’S FAMILY BREAKS SILENCE ON PRODUCTIONS THAT TELL THEIR STORY!
The legacy of El Gallo de Oro lives on stronger than ever! 🥹🎶 Almost 20 years after Valentín Elizalde’s passing, his family shared an official statement to clarify their position on the recent productions that address the life and career of the beloved singer.
Through the document, his relatives explained that they have received various requests from media outlets to know their opinion on these projects. However, they clarified that they did not participate in their production and that, having not reviewed their content, they prefer not to issue comments on the matter.
💬 «There are stories that others may tell, but there is a legacy that we continue to live,» they expressed.
Additionally, they emphasized that Valentín was much more than the circumstances of his passing, as he was also a son, father, brother, and artist who left an indelible mark on Mexican music.
❤️ His brothers Jesús «El Flaco», Joel, and Francisco «El Gallo» Elizalde, along with his daughter Valentina Elizalde, reaffirmed their commitment to preserving his memory through the project «La Dinastía Elizalde Continúa».
The family also assured that the best tribute to the performer is not to remember how he left, but to celebrate everything he achieved.
🕊️ «Because tragedies mark a story, but it is the songs that make it eternal,» they concluded.
🎶 Which Valentín Elizalde song can never be missing from your playlist? ❤️
— LaMejor (@LaMejor) November 11, 2026
The statement was signed by Camila Valencia, the singer’s mother; his daughter Valentina Elizalde; and his brothers Jesús, Joel, and Francisco Elizalde.
The family members explained that they have received requests for interviews related to audiovisual projects about the performer of «Vete ya.»
However, they made clear that they were not involved in their production and that their intention is to preserve the memory of the artist beyond the circumstances of his death.
They also emphasized that Valentín was a father, son, brother, and an important figure in regional Mexican music.
Although the message does not directly mention the title of the series, it was released on the eve of its premiere (Archived as: Valentín Elizalde’s family rejects participating in documentary).
Where to watch the documentary in the United States?
The production Valentín: La muerte del Gallo de Oro arrives on November 12, 2026 on HBO Max.
The series consists of three episodes that reconstruct the singer’s final hours and present different hypotheses related to his murder.
Among the testimonies included is Fausto «Tano» Castro Elizalde, the artist’s cousin and survivor of the attack.
In addition to Gabriela Sabag, Gabriela Elizalde, and other people related to his career.
For Spanish-language viewers in the United States, it is important to check the U.S. catalog of HBO Max.
Since availability may vary depending on the territory (Archived as: Valentín Elizalde’s family rejects participating in documentary).
How did the singer die?
The singer was murdered on November 25, 2006, when he was 27 years old, after performing at the Palenque of the Expo Feria de Reynosa, Tamaulipas.
Upon leaving the venue, armed men attacked the pickup truck in which he was traveling.
His representative, Mario Mendoza, and his driver, Reynaldo Ballesteros, also died in the attack.
His cousin Fausto «Tano» Elizalde survived the attack.
Although various versions have circulated for years about those responsible and possible motives for the crime, these should not be confused with judicially established facts.
The Elizalde Dynasty Seeks to Keep His Legacy Alive
Valentín Elizalde’s family also highlighted their music project La Dinastía Elizalde Continúa, made up of the singer’s brothers and his daughter Valentina.
The initiative seeks to preserve the songs and artistic legacy that made Valentín a recognized figure in regional Mexican music.
Two decades after his passing, his relatives believe that the best tribute is to celebrate his music and career.
Rather than focusing solely on the tragedy that ended his life.
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