She was born Francisca Viveros Barradas and released over 30 albums, mostly Ranchera. Paquita received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2021 Billboard Latin Music Awards.
When she was unable to reach the microphone during her award presentation, Bad Bunny stepped in and repaired it for her, causing her acceptance to become viral.
As a result, there was a moment when one of the living icons of music shared the stage with a contemporary emerging sensation.