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Bridging Borders: Alex Fernández Named Mr. Amigo
27 Feb
Summary
- Alex Fernández received the Mr. Amigo honor, following his grandfather.
- The award celebrates individuals uniting Mexican and U.S. cultures.
- Fernández also received a star on the Brownsville Walk of Fame.
Singer Alex Fernández recently accepted the Mr. Amigo honor, a distinction his grandfather, Vicente Fernández, received in 1977. This award, presented on February 26, 2026, at the Gateway International Bridge connecting Matamoros and Brownsville, recognizes individuals who bridge cultures between Mexico and the United States.
Fernández expressed profound gratitude and a sense of responsibility upon receiving the honor. He views the Mr. Amigo award not merely as a trophy but as a symbol connecting history, culture, and community. During the ceremony, the 32-year-old artist was also named a Distinguished Guest of Matamoros.
The recognition arrives during a period of heightened tension for immigrants in the U.S. Fernández emphasized the deep connection between the two nations, highlighting migrants as essential to this bond and advocating for respect. The Mr. Amigo distinction, established in the early 1960s, has a history of honoring influential figures.
In addition to the Mr. Amigo award, Fernández unveiled a star bearing his name on the Brownsville Walk of Fame on February 27, 2026. The festivities concluded with a parade on February 28, 2026, featuring charro associations from both cities.
