Estrella Jalisco (Anheuser-Busch) said it will honor Golden Age singer and actor Pedro Infante as part of Hollywood Forever’s 2017 Day of the Dead celebration with a special performance by Mexican musical artists Kinky, El Dasa and Pedro’s own daughter Lupita Infante who will reinterpret the legend’s songs live on stage Oct. 28.
“This year marks 100 years since Pedro Infante’s birth and his memory has transcended generations because he is the cultural symbol of the Mexican spirit, something that’s very important to a proud Mexican beer like Estrella Jalisco,” said Yonathan Bendesky, Senior Brand Director for Anheuser-Busch, Mexican Imports. ”
Pedro Infante fans who are not able to attend the Los Angeles celebration can also participate in the homage by livestreaming the performance on the Estrella Jalisco Facebook page. Universal Music Latin Entertainment will release a tribute album titled “Pedro Infante 100 Años” on Friday, Oct.27.
Día de Los Muertos is typically celebrated on November 2 in Mexico. In the U.S. and throughout some parts of Latin America, celebrations included parades and acts of remembrance that include food and music.