Lisiyaliet Quijano, the mother of Yaliet Carvajal—the eldest daughter of the late Cuban singer El Taiger—recently responded candidly on Instagram to an accusation that she lives off the artist's royalties. The comment emerged after she announced her new pregnancy.
The criticism came from an anonymous account, stating: "Oh, but girl, you came to this country just to have babies, and when are you going to work?... Oh right, you live off El Taiger's royalties." Lisiyaliet wasted no time in responding.
In a three-and-a-half-minute video, she addressed her critics with a serious tone, clearly weary of the constant judgment. Lisiyaliet recounted her work history since arriving in the United States in 2022.
Her Journey in the United States
“Since I arrived in this country in 2022, all I have done is work. Within 15 days, maybe even less, I got my first job cleaning offices from 6 PM to 10 PM, with my husband and three-year-old daughter waiting for me outside,” she explained.
She went on to share that she later worked as a cashier in a market, then at a hotel—which she left due to night shifts—and finally at a retail chain.
Balancing Family and Career
Currently, Lisiyaliet is not employed outside the home because she manages her daughters' varying school schedules. She was clear about her stance: "I may not work outside, but I work at home, because taking my daughters to school, being a full-time mom, doing laundry, ironing, cooking, that is also work from home." Additionally, she creates content on social media and works with TikTok Shop to maintain her financial independence.
Addressing the topic of royalties, Lisiyaliet clarified a common misconception: "Those royalties will be accessible to her when she turns 18, which I think is perfect because by then she will know how to use that money for her college, house, car, or whatever she needs."
She also emphasized who currently supports her daughter: "My daughter is financially supported by me and my husband, who has been in her life since she was four, effectively acting as her father."
Addressing the New Pregnancy
Regarding her pregnancy, Lisiyaliet was equally straightforward: "I didn't ask anyone for permission to get pregnant, nor am I asking for anything from anyone to support my daughter."
Her response gained overwhelming support on social media. Hundreds of followers commended her dedication and role as a mother. "People never acknowledge that being a mom and a wife 24/7 is also a job," one user commented. Others encouraged her not to justify herself to ill-intentioned individuals, though a minority continued to question her financial situation.
The Ongoing Debate Over El Taiger's Legacy
The discussion about El Taiger's inheritance has been ongoing on social media. The singer, whose real name was José Manuel Carbajal Zaldívar, passed away on October 10, 2024, at Miami's Jackson Memorial Hospital after being shot in the head, leaving behind four young children.
In November 2024, the mothers of three of his children publicly clashed with Jorge Junior, who demanded DNA tests before processing the inheritance. By March 2025, the heirs were making progress in managing the legacy, but the topic continues to spark controversy whenever one of the mothers appears online.
Frequently Asked Questions about El Taiger's Legacy
Who is responsible for supporting El Taiger's daughter?
El Taiger's daughter is financially supported by her mother, Lisiyaliet Quijano, and her husband, who acts as her father.
When will El Taiger's daughter have access to her royalties?
She will be able to access her royalties when she turns 18, allowing her to use the money for personal needs like education or housing.
What sparked the controversy over Lisiyaliet Quijano's work history?
An anonymous comment on Instagram accused her of living off El Taiger's royalties, prompting her to outline her work history since arriving in the U.S.