Amalia Mendoza
Amalia Mendoza | |
|---|---|
| Born | Amalia Mendoza García 10 July 1923 |
| Died | 11 June 2001 (aged 77) |
| Other names | La Tariácuri |
| Occupations |
|
| Musical career | |
| Genres | |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 1958–1995 |
| Labels | RCA Víctor |
Amalia Mendoza García (10 July 1923 – 11 June 2001), nicknamed La Tariácuri, was a Mexican singer and actress. "Échame a mi la culpa" and "Amarga navidad" were some of her greatest hits. Her best friend since her youth was Martha de Miranda Jiménez, "Martuquia" as she called her, who was her companion for many years when Amalia was on tour.