Argentine singer Fede Dorcaz was shot and killed in Mexico City just days before he was set to appear on a popular Mexican television dance competition.
The 29-year-old, who was also an actor and model, was fatally shot on Thursday (Oct. 9) in what authorities believe was an attempted robbery, according to The Guardian. Dorcaz was attacked shortly after leaving a dance rehearsal and was reportedly on his way home when the incident occurred.
The singer, who was in a relationship with Mexican actress and singer Mariana Ávila, had been scheduled to appear in the upcoming season of Mexican dance competition Las Estrellas Bailan en Hoy. The show paid tribute to him on Instagram, writing in Spanish, “Fede leaves a big void in our team. His memory and passion will continue to inspire us forever.”
According to the Mexico City Secretariat of Public Safety, Dorcaz was shot in the neck while attempting to exit a road and died instantly at the scene, TMZ reports.
Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage and have identified four male suspects seen fleeing the scene on motorcycles. No arrests had been reported at press time.
Born and raised in Argentina, Dorcaz moved to Spain with his family at age 13. He began his career in modeling before moving into Latin pop music, releasing tracks such as “No Eres Tú” and “Cara Bonita.” His debut album, Instinto, arrived in 2024.
“I want to be more than just a musician,” Dorcaz told Rolling Stone Australia in May 2025. “I want to show people that you can build something amazing from nothing and inspire others to chase their dreams.”