The world of regional Mexican music mourns the loss of Adalberto 'Beto' Terrazas, lead singer of the band Montéz de Durango, who passed away after facing serious health complications.
The band, known for hits like 'Adiós a mi amante,' confirmed the news on the night of Friday, March 28, through a statement shared on social media.
“We’ll miss those jokes that had us crying with laughter, your contagious laugh that echoed in our hearts, and the valuable advice—both professional and personal—that you shared so generously. Sharing the stage with you was an honor we’ll treasure forever, but being your friend was a privilege that fills us with gratitude (...) You’ll always live on in our memories and hearts, and your legacy will live on forever,” they wrote.
The band also shared a tribute video on Instagram in Beto’s honor. "A unique and unforgettable voice—Que Viva Beto Terrazas 👏🏽." ANother also expressed sadness
Fans flooded social media with tributes after hearing about Beto Terrazas’ passing. One wrote, “Beto Terrazas, the iconic vocalist of Montéz de Durango and voice behind the 2000s Duranguense hit ‘Lágrimas De Cristal,’ has passed away tonight.” Another said, “We share in the sadness felt by his family, friends, and fans. Rest in peace, Beto Terrazas. #MontezDeDurango.”
What Was the Cause of Beto Terrazas' Passing?
The band has not officially shared the exact cause of Beto Terrazas’ passing. However, just days before his death, they had asked fans to pray for him due to serious health complications stemming from his long battle with cancer.
“Family, today we ask you to join us in prayer for Beto Terrazas, who is in delicate health. Let’s lift our prayers for the recovery of our dear friend. If you can, take a moment today to pray for him, and if you'd like, leave your prayer in the comments so more people can join in,” the group shared on Instagram on March 23.
According to Milenio, Beto had been diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in 2019. His health had gradually declined in recent months, prompting the band to seek support and prayers from their fans. El Siglo de Durango also noted that Beto stepped away from performing to focus on his recovery, which led to the cancellation of several scheduled shows for Montéz de Durango.
Beto Terrazas' Legacy
Terrazas was one of the most iconic members of Montéz de Durango, a band that emerged in the late ’90s and quickly became one of the leading voices in banda and norteño music, both in Mexico and among the Hispanic community in the United States.
The group scored numerous hits with songs like “Qué Bonita es Mi Tierra” and “A La Moda.”
With his distinctive voice, Terrazas was a central figure in the band, playing an active role in writing and producing many of their most popular tracks.
Rest in peace, Beto.