Remembered for its joy and Latin rhythm, The Guatemalan artist Rebeca Morales Ortiz, better known as “Rebesalsa”, died this Saturday morning, May 16, 2026. as confirmed by the Chamber of Professional Speakers from Guatemala.
“The Chamber of Professional Announcers of Guatemala deeply regrets the sensitive death of Rebeca Morales Ortiz, “Rebesalsa”. Unmistakable voice, exceptional performer and ambassador of tropical music who, with her talent and charisma, left an indelible mark in the heart of Guatemala and all of us who enjoy his art. His voice will live forever. Rest in peace to the lady of the song,” the entity published on its social networks.
Others Guatemalan artistslike Lester Homero Godínez Orantes, also mourned the death. “I express my sincere condolences to the artistic union for the death of our colleague known as Rebesalsa”he wrote on Facebook.
Rebeca Morales Ortiz debuted in the artistic world in 1974, when she was 17 years old, with the musical group Tabúwith romantic and ranch ballads. Since then it gained great acceptance among the public. Later, he also became involved in musical theater.
His transition to Latin rhythms occurred after meeting the Puerto Rican Angelica Rosa and be part of its first class of students, in the 90s. He debuted as “Rebesalsa” in an edition of the Telethon.
“Rebe, our family in Guatemala… the unconditional godmother of my daughter Rebecca Carolina… My friend, sister and defender of all the troubles in Guatemala… Thank you…“wrote her teacher Angélica Rosa on social networks.
At the moment The causes of his death are unknown, as are the details of his funeral..