Papi, Papá, Dad, mi Viejo, whatever you call him, just make sure you do call him this Father’s Day, June 19th!

The most popular Father’s Day song, known throughout the world is “Mi Viejo”, a sweet rendition from a son to his father. Released in 1968, Mi Viejo has about 500 interpretations all over the world and in as many languages imaginable. Piero and José are the men behind the legendary song. Read all about Piero and José and the history behind the most popular and beloved Father’s Day song in the world: Mi Viejo.

But no matter how old your “Viejo” may be- he isn’t as old as Don Emiliano Mercado del Toro from Isabela, Puerto Rico. According to the Guinness Book of World Records he is the oldest man alive at the age of 113! That’s not Viejo- that’s rete – viejo! Read in PrimeraHora.com about Iris Chacón’s visit to the oldest living man in the world!

For the younger fathers out there born around the time Mi Viejo was released (1968), think about what you are going to teach your kids. Think about the legacy you want to leave behind. What will your son or daughter say about you when it is time to call YOU el Viejo!?!

For all he does, we dedicate this issue to Padres everywhere because did you know?: Children do better in school and have more of a chance of getting A’s in school when their fathers are involved in their schools, whether or not their fathers live with them and whether or not their mothers are also involved. Read more positive statistics about Daddy.

Latino fathers have been defined in many ways. But Ricardo Montalbán said it best.

This is how Ricardo Montalbán described his querido Papá:

To me, the greatest Latin lover in the world was my dad, who married my mother and was faithful to her until the day he died, 55 years later. Now, that’s a great lover—a man who is intelligent and romantic enough to keep one woman interested all the time.



¡Feliz Día de los Padres!