The Dominican Republic has lost one of its most beloved musical voices.

Alex Bueno, the legendary merengue and bachata artist whose songs helped define generations of Latin music fans, has passed away at the age of 62 following a battle with cancer.

According to a statement shared on his official social media channels, Bueno died in New York City on June 18 after suffering complications related to his illness. His family revealed that while he had successfully undergone surgery for a brain tumor last year and initially showed signs of recovery, his health took a dramatic turn in recent weeks after experiencing severe complications that required intensive care treatment.

Born in the Dominican Republic, Alex Bueno became one of the most recognizable voices in tropical music. He first gained prominence performing with the orchestra of Fernando Villalona before launching a highly successful solo career.

Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Bueno established himself as one of the leading figures in merengue and bachata, delivering timeless hits such as Que Vuelva and Jardinera. His distinctive voice and ability to blend romance, heartbreak, and traditional Dominican rhythms earned him fans across Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Latino diaspora.

For many Dominicans, Alex Bueno’s music became the soundtrack to family gatherings, celebrations, and countless memories spanning decades.

His passing marks the end of an extraordinary chapter in Dominican music history, but his songs and legacy will continue to live on through generations of listeners who grew up with his music.

Alex Bueno is survived by a musical legacy that helped shape modern bachata and merengue and secured his place among the Dominican Republic’s most influential artists.