On Friday night, a large group of Cubans gathered in Miami for a prayer vigil dedicated to the recovery of reggaeton artist El Taiger. Holding white candles, the crowd made their way to the spot where, just a day earlier, police discovered the singer with a gunshot wound to the head.
Journalist Daniel Benítez shared footage on his YouTube channel showing mostly young individuals placing their candles on the street. As they prayed, the voices recited the Lord's Prayer and Hail Mary, with one young woman imploring the late mother of El Taiger to watch over her son. The prayer of St. Louis Bertrand was also recited, seeking healing from all maladies.
Throughout the vigil, El Taiger's music played, a reminder of the artist's impact and the hope that his songs will continue to resonate for years to come. The gathering swelled in size near the Jackson Memorial Hospital, prompting Miami police to halt traffic in the area.
Support for the artist extended beyond the vigil, with many fans and fellow artists in Cuba joining the prayers through social media, all wishing for El Taiger's swift recovery. The latest update from his team indicates that he remains in critical condition.