Why is ‘Enrique Iglesias dead’ trending?
POP music lovers fell into a state of panic as rumors swirl around the death of Enrique Iglesias.
In January 2024, fans thought the Spanish singer had died, but it was false. Here's everything you should know.
Who is Enrique Iglesias?
Enrique Miguel Iglesias Preysler was born May 8, 1975, and is a Spanish singer, songwriter, actor and record producer.
Enrique was born in Madrid, Spain, and is the son of Spanish singer Julio Iglesias.
He is widely regarded as the King of Latin Pop.
Enrique has sold over 159 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling Spanish artists ever.
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And he has scored over 150 number-one hits across all of the Billboard charts.
Why is 'Enrique Iglesias dead' trending?
On January 25, 2024, 'Enrique Iglesias dead' was trending.
It came after false rumours he had died spread in social media.
The fake reports have gained fresh interest from fans after they gained traction in previous years.
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However, Enrique Iglesias is very much alive and well.
The Latin heartthrob, 48, announced in November 2023 that he will say a fond farewell to music with the release of his final album.
The pop pin-up has long planned to go out on a high, and there's no better way to do it than following his huge arena tour with Pitbull and Ricky Martin.
What are celebrity death hoaxes?
A death hoax is a deliberate report of someone's death that is later proven to be untrue.
On very rare occasions, it might be because the person has intentionally faked their own death.
Thanks to the internet and social media, celebrity death hoaxes have become commonplace.
New rumors spread nearly every day of a celebrity's untimely passing.
It's easier than ever to go viral with fake news about a famous person's death.
Even one unverified post or comment on social media can be shared and circulated online for millions to see – and believe.