Lalo Rodriguez Cause of Death: Was Foul Play Involved in Salsa Singer's Passing?

Lalo Rodriguez, a famed Puerto Rican salsa singer, was found dead. He was 64.

The Associated Press first confirmed the saddening news about Rodriguez's death, quoting the police's reports about finding the crooner on Tuesday at a public housing project in Puerto Rico.

According to the authorities, they found no evidence that could prove a violence possibly occurred. Thus, they ruled out a potential foul play involved. Still, an autopsy will be conducted to determine Lalo Rodriguez's cause of death.

The news outlet noted that the singer, however, struggled with drug and alcohol problems in the years leading to his death.

Rodriguez was previously charged with possession of cocaine, as well.

The singer, whose real name was Ubaldo Rodríguez Santos, received heartfelt messages from his colleagues and supporters following his passing. Fans outside Puerto Rico also honored him by sharing photos of him and remembering his legacy.

"It is with deep sadness that I learn of the death of Lalo Rodríguez," his longtime collaborator and colleague, Eddie Palmieri, wrote. "I don't need to tell you how much he has meant to me, our music and culture, and the global community. He was a giant in so many ways. We will miss him dearly and treasure his memory."

Lalo Rodriguez's Life, Career Before Tragic Death

Rodriguez started showing his love for music when he sang as a child in different shows, radio events, and festivals.

When he turned 15, he officially joined Palmieri's band and recorded the singer's award-winning albums, including "Unfinished Masterpiece" and "Sun of Latin Music."

Following his stint as the band's lead vocalist, Rodriguez pursued a solo career. In 1988, he released the biggest hit of his career, "Ven devórame otra vez." The track was included in his album "Un Nuevo Despertar" and became known for its chorus.

The song made it to Hot Latin Tracks' No. 10 spot, and its popularity made S panish female duo Azúcar Moreno to create their own version of the song.

Before Rodriguez's death, he reached a new milestone when his song made it to Billboard's top 15 salsa songs of all time in 2018.