We had a great time,“ he said

Lavoe rose to fame during the 1970s, while Anthony was growing up in a New York City brimming with the rhythms of salsa’s golden age.

Anthony, who went on to become the greatest salsa singer of his generation, released his first album, „Otra Nota,“ in January of 1993.

Six months later, Hector Lavoe was dead.

The coincidence had never dawned on Anthony until it was suggested to him in a question during an interview with Judy Faber of The ShowBuzz Wednesday.

„I remember that year being a milestone year for me,“ he said. „I remember when he passed, and I went to his funeral. After the funeral, as I was walking out, people were yelling that it was up to me now, it was up to me.“

The experience of transforming himself into Lavoe for the movie was emotional, not just for Anthony but also for the people around him.

They also celebrated Lopez’s birthday.

„We woke up in Puerto Rico and ended up in New York and just surrounded ourselves with family. It was a pure family day. We had a great time,“ he said.

Anthony wouldn’t reveal what he got his wife of three years for 대전 마사지 her birthday. But, he did offer up some advice for couples who work together.

„Just know what it is you’re stepping into. Avoid the pitfalls. Don’t make it your life, don’t take it home,“ he said.

„El Cantante“ opens Friday, Aug. 3.