On Monday, April 8th, a catastrophic incident unfolded at the Jet Set nightclub in the Dominican Republic, leading to a devastating roof collapse. This tragic event resulted in numerous injuries and fatalities, with the beloved singer Rubby Pérez tragically reported among the deceased. The music community, including prominent artists like Cardi B and Natti Natasha, has publicly expressed their sorrow and condolences regarding this heartbreaking situation.
Stay tuned as we provide comprehensive updates and in-depth coverage on this tragic event.
Tetris Kelly: The devastating roof collapse in the Dominican Republic occurred on April 8th during a concert at the Jet Set nightclub, resulting in the loss of 184 lives and leaving over 200 individuals injured. This catastrophic event has prompted responses from artists like Cardi B and many others. The iconic Rubby Pérez, known for his unforgettable hit “Tu Vas a Volar,” was performing when the incident took place and has sadly passed away at the age of 69. Cardi B shared her deep sorrow on social media, saying, “I’m in literal tears scrolling down my timeline seeing my Dominican people being rescued—some with lives and some gone. For the people who lost a family or a friend, don’t have bad memories. They left this earth singing and dancing and most likely happy and enjoying themselves, and that’s how the Lord will receive them.”
Further expressing her grief over Rubby Pérez, she stated, “It’s so heartbreaking to see one of our iconic artists, [Rubby] Pérez, leave in such a tragic way. I’m glad, though, our final memory of him was him sharing his beautiful voice with us.” This sentiment reflects the profound impact Pérez had on the music community and the love his fans held for him.
Artist Prince Royce also shared his heartfelt thoughts: “My prayers for everyone affected by this big tragedy that happened at the nightclub in Santo Domingo. Peace and much strength.” His message highlights the solidarity within the music industry during this time of mourning and tragedy.
Natti Natasha expressed her sorrow as well, stating: “My beloved land, the Dominican Republic. Today we all woke up with broken hearts. From the depths of my soul, I share your pain. I am with you. We are in mourning.” Her words resonate with many who are feeling the loss of their cherished community and the artists who represent their culture.
The cause of the roof collapse at the Jet Set nightclub remains under investigation, and relevant authorities are working diligently to uncover the circumstances that led to this disaster. We will continue to provide updates and insights regarding this developing story on Billboard.com.
