Early Life and Education of Chiquis Rivera: A Complete Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 29, 2025

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Chiquis Rivera. A timeline of key moments.

Janney Marín "Chiquis" Rivera is an American singer and television personality, best known as the eldest daughter of the late singer Jenni Rivera. She launched her music career in 2014 with the single "Paloma Blanca," a tribute to her mother, marking her entry into the music industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education

June 26, 1985: Chiquis Rivera's Birth

On June 26, 1985, Janney Marín "Chiquis" Rivera was born. She is the eldest daughter of singer Jenni Rivera.

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1997: Confession of Abuse by José Trinidad Marín

In 1997, Rosie Rivera confessed to Jenni Rivera that José Trinidad Marín had sexually molested her and was now doing the same to Chiquis. A molestation case was opened.

April 2006: Apprehension of José Trinidad Marín

In April 2006, José Trinidad Marín, who had been a fugitive for 9 years, was apprehended.

May 2007: Conviction of José Trinidad Marín

In May 2007, José Trinidad Marín was found guilty of 7 out of 9 charges and sentenced to 30 years in prison without parole for sexual assault and rape.

October 2012: Estrangement from Jenni Rivera

In October 2012, Chiquis Rivera and her mother, Jenni Rivera, stopped speaking due to rumors of an affair with Esteban Loaiza, which Chiquis denied.

December 2012: Death of Jenni Rivera

On December 9, 2012, Chiquis Rivera's mother, Jenni Rivera, and six others died in a plane crash following a concert at the Monterrey Arena in Monterrey, Nuevo León. The plane was en route to Toluca for an appearance on La Voz... México.

June 2019: Marriage to Lorenzo Méndez

In June 2019, Chiquis Rivera married Lorenzo E. Méndez Ronquillo, becoming stepmother to his daughter.

September 17, 2020: Divorce Announcement

On September 17, 2020, Chiquis Rivera announced her divorce from Lorenzo Méndez through social media, stating it was a decision from both parties.

March 2023: Chiquis Rivera Comes Out as Bisexual

In March 2023, Chiquis Rivera came out as bisexual in an interview, revealing she had a girlfriend in her youth but her mother forced her to end the relationship.