Baby Lores Mourns Grandmother's Passing: The Urgent Trip to Cuba for a Final Goodbye

Cuban artist Baby Lores shared the heartbreaking news of his grandmother's death in Cuba through a poignant Instagram post. Alongside his heartfelt words, he included a touching video showing him at the hospital with her, assisting her with meals and sharing one of their final moments together.

Residing in Miami, the singer revealed that more than six months ago, he felt an unexplainable urge to make an emergency trip to the island. Though unsure of the reason at the time, he later realized that this instinct allowed him to bid farewell to one of the most cherished individuals in his life.

"My grandmother was in Cuba and often told me over the phone that she feared leaving without giving me a last hug. I was far away, living my life, working, chasing dreams, like we all do," he wrote. "But something inside me told me I had to go."

This journey, which likely occurred between late 2025 and early 2026, turned out to be more significant than he anticipated. It was the final occasion he could see her, embrace her, converse with her, and be by her side.

"Today my grandmother has passed, and while sorrow accompanies me, I also feel a profound peace. Because God granted me that last hug. That final conversation. That last moment together," the artist expressed.

The message resonated with the emotions familiar to many Cubans separated from their families due to emigration. Baby Lores reflected on the importance of not postponing reunions nor assuming that there will always be another opportunity.

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"Sometimes we think there will always be time. Sometimes we believe the next call, the next visit, or the next trip can wait," he penned. "Today I understand that hugs cannot be postponed."

This wasn't the first time his grandmother played a significant role in his public life. In January 2025, the musician made his first trip to Cuba in six years to visit her during a critical health situation. This decision drew criticism from certain segments of the Cuban exile community.

Nevertheless, Baby Lores made his stance clear at that time. "If I need to go back again, I will," he asserted, emphasizing that family took precedence over any criticisms.

The year 2026 has been particularly eventful for the singer. In March, his foundation, Somos Esperanza, was honored at the Washington Capitol for its work with children with autism and other disabilities. A month later, he publicly supported the migration case of his colleague El Insurrecto, who has been detained since late 2025.

Amid the grief over his grandmother's passing, Baby Lores finds solace in having followed his intuition that led him to Cuba in time to say goodbye.

"Thank you, grandma, for all your love. And thank you, God, for allowing me to say goodbye without knowing it was goodbye. Rest in peace," he concluded.