Likewise, she was honored for her remarkable contribution to the traditionally male-dominated genre of Banda music. Jenni was awarded the prestigious Billboard magazine’s ‘Best selling Latin artist of 2013’ and the ‘Top Latin artist of 2013’. Additionally, Rivera is regarded as one of the most influential performers in establishing Mexican music worldwide. She was an American singer, songwriter, producer, philanthropist, speaker, and actor known as Dolores Janney Rivera Saavedra.Īccording to several media sources, the famous performer was well-known for her unique Banda and Ranchera music style. Jenni Rivera, a vocalist and composer who rose to fame in the regional Mexican market before passing away in 2012 became one of the Latin world’s most tragic stories.