History of Bobby Pulido in Timeline

Bobby Pulido, born José Roberto Pulido Jr., is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist, actor, and political candidate known for popularizing Tejano music among a younger audience. His influence led to his status as a teen idol and one of the most impactful Tejano recording artists for Mexican-American teenagers. He is considered a pioneer in making Tejano music appeal to a younger generation.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

April 25, 1973: Birth of Jose Roberto Pulido Jr.

On April 25, 1973, Jose Roberto Pulido Jr., known professionally as Bobby Pulido, was born in Edinburg, Texas. He is the son of Tejano singer Roberto Pulido and Diana Montez, and the grandson of norteño musician Mario Montez.

1994: Collaboration on "Contigo" for Branding Icons Compilation

In 1994, EMI Latin released a compilation album titled Branding Icons, which featured Bobby Pulido's collaboration with his father, Roberto Pulido, on the song "Contigo".

March 1995: Death of Selena

In March 1995, Selena, known as the "Queen of Tejano Music", was shot and killed, impacting the Tejano music scene.

May 1995: Recording Agreement with EMI Latin

In May 1995, Bobby Pulido signed a recording agreement with EMI Latin, leading to the release of his debut album, Desvelado, in September.

December 1995: Debut Single Chart Performance

In December 1995, Bobby Pulido's debut single "No Se Por Que" peaked at number 33 on the United States Billboard Hot Latin Tracks chart.

1995: Debut as a frontman and Recording Contract with EMI Latin

In 1995, Bobby Pulido debuted as the frontman of his own band and signed a recording contract with EMI Latin. In the same year, he released his debut album, Desvelado, which achieved significant chart success and platinum certification, though drawing criticism from veteran musicians.

April 1996: Peak Chart Position for Desvelado

In April 1996, Bobby Pulido's album Desvelado peaked at number nine on the Top Latin Albums chart and number three on the Billboard Regional Mexican Albums chart.

July 1996: Marriage to Eliza Anzaldua and Release of Enséñame

In July 1996, Bobby Pulido married Eliza Anzaldua and subsequently released his second album, Enséñame, a month later.

July 1996: Marriage to Eliza Anzaldua

In July 1996, Bobby Pulido married Eliza Anzaldua.

1996: Release of Enséñame and Award Nominations

In 1996, Bobby Pulido released his album Enséñame, which peaked at number two on the Billboard Regional Mexican Albums chart. The album earned him nominations for the Tejano Music Award for Male Entertainer of the Year and the Lo Nuestro Award for Regional Mexican New Artist of the Year.

1997: Awarded Most Promising Band of the Year

In 1997, Bobby Pulido was awarded the Most Promising Band of the Year award at the Tejano Music Awards, solidifying his role in introducing Tejano music to a younger demographic in the US.

April 24, 1998: Recording of En Vivo: Desde Monterrey Mexico

On April 24, 1998, Bobby Pulido's live album En Vivo: Desde Monterrey Mexico was recorded at a sold-out concert at the Auditorio Coca-Cola in Monterrey.

September 1998: Release of En Vivo: Desde Monterrey Mexico

In September 1998, Bobby Pulido released his first live album, En Vivo: Desde Monterrey Mexico, recorded on April 24, 1998, which became his fourth top-ten US recording.

1998: Sold-out Performance and Multiple Awards

In 1998, Bobby Pulido performed a sold-out concert at the Auditorio Coca-Cola in Monterrey, becoming the first Tejano artist to do so. Pulido was also awarded the Male Entertainer of the Year at the Tejano Music Awards for the third consecutive year.

1998: Birth of Darian Pulido

In 1998, Darian Pulido was born.

February 1999: Awarded Orgullo de la Frontera

In February 1999, Bobby Pulido became the youngest recipient of the Orgullo de la Frontera award from Fiestas Mexicanas.

February 1999: Orgullo de la Frontera Accolade

In February 1999, Bobby Pulido was the youngest person to receive the Orgullo de la Frontera accolade by the Fiestas Mexicanas.

March 1999: Release of El Cazador

In March 1999, Bobby Pulido released his fourth studio album, El Cazador, which produced the top-thirty Regional Mexican Airplay single "Cantarle a Ella".

April 1999: Interest in Latin Pop Album

In an April 1999 interview, Bobby Pulido expressed interest in recording a Latin pop album, but was resolute about not crossing over and recording English-language albums.

1999: Desvelado Reaches 100,000 Units in Sales

By the end of 1999, the album Desvelado by Bobby Pulido reached sales of 100,000 units.

1999: Release of Juan Gabriel's "Se Me Olvidó Otra Vez"

In 1999, Mexican singer Juan Gabriel released the song "Se Me Olvidó Otra Vez".

March 2000: Release of Zona de Peligro

In March 2000, Bobby Pulido released the album Zona de Peligro, which failed to achieve the same commercial success as his previous works. However, he won the Tejano Music Award for Male Entertainer of the Year.

2000: Waning Popularity of Tejano Music

By 2000, the popularity of Tejano music was declining, leading to Pulido's subsequent albums failing to impact the music charts.

March 2001: Release of Siempre Pensando En Ti

In March 2001, Bobby Pulido released his sixth studio album, Siempre Pensando En Ti, which peaked at number 50 on the Top Latin Albums chart and marked his final recording to impact a music chart on Billboard.

November 2, 2002: "Bobby Pulido Day" Declared

On November 2, 2002, McAllen Mayor Leo Montalvo declared the date as "Bobby Pulido Day". This took place during Pulido's Celebrity Golf Classic, which raised $50,000 for the Easter Seals program.

2003: Last Nomination for Tejano Music Award

Bobby Pulido's nomination in 2010 for Dias de Ayer was his first Tejano Music Award nomination since 2003.

2003: Acting Debut in La Decada Furiosa

In 2003, Bobby Pulido made his acting debut in the telenovela television movie La Decada Furiosa, in which he played himself.

April 2005: Performance at Selena ¡VIVE!

In April 2005, Bobby Pulido performed and recorded "Ya Ves" for the live televised benefit concert, Selena ¡VIVE!.

2005: Birth of Trey Pulido

In 2005, Trey Pulido was born.

August 2007: Release of Enfermo de Amor

In August 2007, Bobby Pulido released his album Enfermo de Amor, which received mixed reviews. Following the album's release, he guest-starred in the telenovela series Fuego en La Sangre.

2007: Commercial Disappointment with Enfermo de Amor

In 2007, Bobby Pulido faced commercial disappointment with his album Enfermo de Amor, leading to a three-year hiatus.

2010: Return with Dias de Ayer and Noches Con Platanito Appearance

In 2010, Bobby Pulido released Dias de Ayer after a three-year hiatus and also appeared in the film Noches Con Platanito.

2010: Release of Dias de Ayer

In 2010, Bobby Pulido returned to recording music and released the album Dias de Ayer in March, which earned him a nomination for the Tejano Music Award for Male Vocalist of the Year, his first since 2003.

September 2013: Divorce Filing

In September 2013, after 17 years of marriage and four months of separation, Bobby Pulido filed for divorce from Eliza Anzaldua.

2013: Collaboration with Henry Santos and Appearance on Noches con Platanito

In 2013, Bobby Pulido collaborated with Henry Santos on the song "No Sé Vivir Sin Tí" and guest-starred in two episodes of the talk show Noches con Platanito.

2014: Role in Qué pobres tan ricos

In 2014, Bobby Pulido landed a regular, minor role as himself in the telenovela Qué pobres tan ricos.

November 2015: Release of "No Es Como Tú"

In November 2015, Bobby Pulido released "No Es Como Tú", a track from his twelfth studio album, Hoy, which marked his first album as sole songwriter.

May 2016: Performance of "Si No Te Hubiera Conocido"

In a May 2016 concert, Bobby Pulido performed "Si No Te Hubiera Conocido", a song he recorded with Miguel Luna that had been shelved.

November 2018: Marriage to Mariana Morales

In November 2018, Bobby Pulido married Mariana Morales.

December 2019: Birth of Rodrigo Pulido

In December 2019, Bobby Pulido's fourth son, Rodrigo Pulido, was born.

2022: Latin Grammy Award for Para Que Baile Mi Pueblo

At the 2022 Latin Grammy Awards, Bobby Pulido won Best Tejano Album for his album, Para Que Baile Mi Pueblo.

November 2024: Announcement of Retirement from Music

In November 2024, Bobby Pulido announced his retirement from music to pursue a career in politics after a farewell tour.

2024: Farewell Tour Announcement and Political Ambitions

In 2024, Bobby Pulido announced his plans for a farewell tour, after which he intends to run for public office in Texas.

January 2025: Start of Farewell Tour

Bobby Pulido's farewell tour is slated to start in January 2025, before his transition to a career in politics.

September 17, 2025: Announcement of Campaign for U.S. House of Representatives

On September 17, 2025, Bobby Pulido announced his campaign as a Democrat for the United States House of Representatives in Texas's 15th congressional district for the 2026 election, running against incumbent Republican Monica De La Cruz.

2025: Second Latin Grammy Award

At the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards, Bobby Pulido won his second Latin Grammy for Best Tejano Album for his album, Bobby Pulido & Friends: Una Tuya y Una Mía (Vol. 1/En Vivo).

2026: Candidacy for U.S. House of Representatives

In 2026, Bobby Pulido is challenging Republican incumbent Monica De La Cruz and running for the U.S. House of Representatives in Texas's 15th congressional district as a Democrat.

2026: Campaign for the United States House of Representatives

In 2026, Bobby Pulido is slated to run as a Democrat against incumbent Republican Monica De La Cruz for the United States House of Representatives in Texas's 15th congressional district.

2026: Grammy Nomination

In 2026, Bobby Pulido received an American Grammy nomination for Best Mexican Music Album (Including Tejano) for his live record Bobby Pulido & Friends: Una Tuya y Una Mía (Por La Puerta Grande).