Dulce, a vocalist who became one of Mexico's best-known female voices in pop music in the 1980s, has died. She was 69.

Mexican romantic music singer Dulce has died. On Christmas day, the family of the Eighties pop star, behind hits “Muñeca” and “Lobo,” announced that she had died, just weeks after undergoing lung surgery.

Mexican singer Dulce, an iconic figure of ballad and romantic music who conquered several generations in Mexico with her powerful voice, died at the age of 69 in Mexico City after medical complications, her family and staff announced on Wednesday (Dec. 25).

From a young age, Dulce dreamed of becoming a great singer and actress. She never stopped chasing her dreams and pursuing fame. This is how the late star looked in her youth.