Peso Pluma and Pepe Aguilar Face Boos During San Antonio Concert

A historic celebration for corridos tumbados artist Peso Pluma took a controversial turn during his performance at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, on April 3, 2026. While the evening was designed to honor the singer’s global impact, the appearance of special guest Pepe Aguilar resulted in significant boos from the audience.

The event began as a milestone in the career of Peso Pluma. Local authorities officially proclaimed April 3, 2026, as Día de Peso Pluma and presented the artist with the key to the city in recognition of his cultural and musical influence.

Controversy During Guest Appearance

The atmosphere shifted during the concert when Peso Pluma invited Pepe Aguilar, a prominent figure in ranchera and romantic ballad music, to the stage. The pairing was intended to represent a symbolic bridge between different generations of regional Mexican music.

Before Aguilar’s entrance, Peso Pluma offered a heartfelt introduction, stating, I respect him with my soul, with my life and with my heart… I have the honor of presenting him to you today.

Despite the warm welcome from the host, the crowd reacted with immediate boos and jeers as Aguilar took his position on stage alongside a mariachi orchestra. According to reports from Mas Noticias Oaxaca, the reaction created a palpable sense of discomfort within the venue.

Pepe Aguilar’s Response

Facing the hostile reception, Pepe Aguilar delivered a conciliatory speech aimed at fostering unity within the genre. He expressed his pride in being invited by the younger artist and acknowledged the evolution of the music industry.

This proves a tremendous pride for me that Peso invited me tonight… he is the new generation of Mexican music. There are many ways to sound like Mexico. He has his, I have mine.

Pepe Aguilar

Background of the Public Backlash

The negative reaction from the audience is linked to ongoing image struggles facing Pepe Aguilar. As reported by Heraldo de México, the controversy stems from the relationship between Aguilar’s daughter, Ángela Aguilar, and singer Christian Nodal.

The relationship between Ángela Aguilar and Christian Nodal has been widely criticized after Nodal ended his partnership with singer Cazzu, with whom he shares a daughter, Inti. This situation has been characterized by some as an infidelity, leading to a public exchange of messages and legal proceedings in both Mexico and Argentina.

Pepe Aguilar’s public image has been impacted by his staunch defense of his daughter and Nodal throughout the dispute.

Generational Divide

The incident has sparked a debate regarding the motivations behind the audience’s reaction. Some observers suggest the boos were a direct reflection of the personal controversies surrounding the Aguilar family, while others argue it represents a generational shift in musical preference.

While some fans viewed the reaction as a lack of respect for Aguilar’s extensive career and contributions to Mexican music, others maintained that his traditional style simply does not resonate with the specific demographic that follows Peso Pluma’s modern corridos tumbados sound.