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Becky G's parents: All about Frank Gomez and Alejandra Gomez

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Becky G's parents: All about Frank Gomez and Alejandra Gomez
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This story has significance for readers across Kenya and beyond.

Becky G’s parents, Frank Gomez and Alejandra Gomez, played an important role in the singer’s life and career. Their Mexican-American roots also influenced Becky G’s identity and connection to her heritage. Frank and Alejandra tied the knot in 1996 in their early 20s, but they are no longer together after quietly parting ways. They welcomed four children together.

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Key takeaways

- Becky G's parents are Francisco "Frank" Gomez and Alejandra Gomez (née Esquivias).

- Both are Americans with family roots in Jalisco, Mexico.

- They parted ways, and Alejandra is engaged to her childhood friend, Ed Bonds.

- Becky G is the eldest of four biological siblings (Frankie, Alex, and Stephanie).

- She also has a paternal half-sister called Amber.

Who are Becky G's parents?

The singer was born to Frank Gomez (father) and Alejandra Gomez (mother). Her parents hold American nationality because they were born in the United States. However, Becky’s grandparents are from Jalisco, Mexico.

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Frank Gomez - Father

Becky's father, Francisco J Gomez, was born in June 1974. He came to the United States from Mexico with his parents, who settled in California. He went to Santa Monica High School, where he met the love of his life and the mother of his children.

Despite their undying love for each other, Becky G's parents faced many hardships. What happened to Becky G's father? He lost his job when Becky was only nine. As a result, the young family moved into Becky’s grandparents’ garage since they couldn’t keep their Riverside County home.

Gomez started working part-time jobs to support her family. She did commercials and voice-over work. Their financial situation has improved, and he works as a manager at Mattel, a world-famous toy company. Also, the family now owns a home in Inglewood, California.

Is Becky G’s father still alive?

Yes, the singer’s father, Frank Gomez, is still alive, despite death rumours that have circulated online.

What happened to Becky G's father?

Yes, Frank is alive and in good health with no reported illness. He and the family experienced severe financial hardship when Becky was nine, forcing them to lose their home.

Becky G's father also worked through personal struggles with addiction and family estrangement, which the singer detailed in her Netflix documentary Rebbeca and subsequent interviews.

Alejandra Gómez - Mother

Her mother is Alejandra Gómez, an American celebrity mom. Nothing much has been revealed about her personal life, such as the details of her parents and siblings. She went to Santa Monica High School.

Becky has a close relationship with her mom, revealing that she grew up with her since Alejandra gave birth to Becky when she was only 17. She holds great pride in Becky, acknowledging that she is a role model for her younger siblings.

Becky G's siblings

The American model is the oldest of four children. She has two younger brothers, Frankie and Alex Gomez and one younger sister, Stephanie Gomez. Here is more about her siblings.

Frankie Gomez

Frankie is the second-born child. He is a social media influencer, born on 28th October 1999. Frankie is engaged to his long-time girlfriend, Giselle.

He followed in his sister’s footsteps and created an Instagram account, which has garnered massive followers. He has also ventured into business through the V&V (Vibes and Vintage) clothing line, selling different merch, including:

- Denim jackets

- Bomber jackets

- Hoodies

- Sweatshirts

- T-Shirts

Alex Gomez

Alex Gomez was born on 18th April 2001. He is the family's third-born child and last-born son. Unlike all his other siblings, he prefers living away from the spotlight. In 2015, Becky G revealed that Alex was autistic.

Stephanie Gomez

Stephanie is Becky’s youngest sister. She was born on 3rd January 2003. Not much is known about her educational background or career.

Who is Becky G's half-sister?

The singer has a younger half-sibling known as Amber from her paternal side. She was born on 29th December 1999. Becky revealed the news on X (Twitter) in December 2017. She is a few months younger than Frankie Gomez. Since the first time they met, Amber and Becky have remained in touch with each other.

Becky G's parents’ fast facts

- What is Becky G's age? The singer is 29 years old as of 2026. She was born on 2nd March 1997 in Inglewood, California, United States.

- What is Becky G's nationality? She is American by nationality.

- Does Becky G have a family? She has a family made up of a father (Frankie), a mother (Alejandra), and three siblings (Frankie, Alex, and Stephanie).

- Who are Becky G’s parents? Her parents are Frank Gomez (father) and Alejandra Gomez (mother).

- Where do Becky G's parents live? They reportedly still live in Los Angeles County, California, despite separating.

- Are Becky G's parents still together? No, her parents are no longer together. Becky G's mother recently got engaged to her childhood friend, Ed Bonds, in May 2026. The singer even commented on her mother's post, saying, "My Bonus dad and Momma are getting married!"

- What happened to Becky G's dad and mom? Frank and Alejandra faced severe financial hardships and personal struggles when Becky G was young. After her father lost his job, the family lost their home and lived in her grandparents' garage. The parents have since separated, and Alejandra is engaged to someone else.

- Is Becky G married? She is not married. However, she is engaged to American professional soccer player Sebastian Francisco Lletget.

- How much is Becky G's net worth? She has an estimated net worth of $25 million. Music and acting are her primary sources of income.

- Are Becky G and Selena Gomez related? They are not related. They just share the last name Gómez and the middle name Marie (Selena Marie Gomez and Rebbeca Marie Gomez), which leads to fun coincidences and jokes from fans.

- Are Becky G's parents both Mexican? No, they were both born in the United States, making them American by birth. However, they are of Mexican descent.

- Who is the father of Becky G? Her father is Francisco "Frank" Gómez.

- Where is Becky G's father from? Francisco "Frank" Góme, was born in the United States, but his family roots trace back to Tenamaxtlán in Jalisco, Mexico.

Becky G's parents have played a significant role in her success in the entertainment industry. Their support and family values have helped shape her both personally and professionally. Although Becky G is now a successful artist, she continues to celebrate the family and heritage that shaped her upbringing.

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