Full Name: Elena Rivera (a.k.a. Abuelita)
Universe: Coco (Disney·Pixar, 2017)
Voiced by: Renée Victor
Essence: Fiercely protective, tradition-loving, and full of love (and chancla power)
Overview:
Abuelita is Miguel Rivera’s grandmother and the proud enforcer of the Rivera family’s no-music rule—a tradition passed down through generations after a painful family history with a runaway musician. As the de facto matriarch, Abuelita runs her household with a wooden spoon in one hand and deep cultural pride in the other.
She’s tough, loud, and doesn’t hesitate to discipline with her infamous chancla, but underneath her strict exterior lies a heart bursting with love for her family. Abuelita is deeply committed to protecting their values, their shoemaking business, and the family unity that defines them. Her journey in Coco reveals how love and fear can intertwine—and how sometimes letting go of the past is the key to honoring it.
Personality Traits:
* Strong-willed and commanding
* Deeply family-oriented
* Overprotective (especially of Miguel)
* Passionate about tradition and heritage
* Surprisingly tender beneath the toughness
Quote:
“No music!” (said with full chancla authority)
