Mexican singer and actor Antonio Aguilar in 1997. Benjamin Flores/AP Antonio Aguilar, known as "El Charro de Mexico," died Tuesday after a long battle with pneumonia. He was 88.

Mexican singer and actor Antonio Aguilar, who delighted international audiences for years with wholesome musical rodeo shows that earned him a reputation as the Roy Rogers of Mexico, has died.

Legendary mariachi singer and actor Antonio Aguilar, known as "El Charro de Mexico," passed away last night (June 19) following a long illness. He was 88.

Mexican singer and actor Antonio Aguilar, who delighted international audiences for years with wholesome musical rodeo shows that earned him a reputation as the Roy Rogers of Mexico, has died.