Billboard Latina Women in Music celebrated this Saturday a select group of artists, executives and creatives whose contribution to Latin music has shaped gender equality in the industry.
During the night artists like Jacky Bracamontes, Giselle Blondet, Jessica Carillo, greyish, Guiana, Ha*ash, Andrea Mesa and more gathered at the Watsco Center in Miami, Florida to acknowledge this Shakira as woman of the year Anna Gabriel as a living legend goyo as a change agent Thalia as powerful and global, Maria Becerra as a visionary, Emily as a climber and Eve Luna as tradition and future.
Also, JP Saxe, Ludmilla, Maria Becerra, among others, performed on the stage. And these were the special moments of the ceremony.
1. Thalia began the ceremony with a special message
Thalia kicked off the gala with a presentation that included a medley of her biggest hits and a message about the importance and power of women.
2. Emilia didn’t hold back her tears as she received her recognition
The ‘Underground’ singer took the Rising Artist honor and got it out of the hand Elena Rosa He couldn’t help but shed a few tears of emotion. The 26-year-old Argentinian recalls starting her career in a small town but with big dreams that have taken her to many stations today.
3. Evaluna Montaner thanks her family for their support
Evaluna also received special recognition and took the opportunity to thank her family, especially her mother. Plus, she agreed to not only be proud of her parents, but also of her little family next to them Kamilo And your daughter indigo.
4. Thalia is honored as a Global Powerhouse
At the age of 51, the interpreter not only thanked her for her honor, but also urged all the “Ovariud” women gathered at the gala to keep fighting for their dreams and not to listen to those who are trying to stop them.
5. Goyo’s mother and daughter accompany her to receive her tribute
Saba, the singer’s daughter, and her mother accompanied her to the presentation of the statuette and both spoke about how proud they are of Goyo’s work. For her part, the interpreter pointed out that her struggle was not just hers, but that of all women.
6. Ana Gabriel becomes a “living legend”
Sisters Hannah and Ashley, from the group Ha*Ash, co-presented the interpreter award, emphasizing that not only is she a star on stage, but she has also made a difference in the lives of many children through her support of various organizations. Next to, Kate del Castillo, Jamie Camil And Gloria Trevi They sent their congratulations with a very special video.
7. Lele Pons and Guaynaa present their award to María Becerra
“This recognition, as beautiful as Visionaria, is something incredible,” said “la Nena de Argentina,” who emphasized the importance of having created this space to recognize the work and success of women in music. “Thank you for trusting my vision,” said Maria, who also demonstrated her talent with a performance that evening.
8. Maluma comes to Billboard Latin Women in Music to present the award to Shakira
The Colombian accepted the first honor as “Woman of the Year” and to honor her, her compatriot was the one who dedicated a few words to her, highlighting her career, her talent and her achievements. For her part, the singer of “Pies descalzos” affirmed that “this has been a year of seismic changes in my life, in which I felt more than ever and firsthand what it means to be a woman.”
9.Shakira uplifts women in her speech
The interpreter dedicated her appreciation to her mother. “You were my wife of the year,” she confessed in front of the cameras, but also took the opportunity to dedicate it to her friends who “support her when her legs give out” and also “single mothers who defend their children. “
10. Ivy Queen presents her song “Take”
The queen of reggaeton presented the world premiere of her song and wasted energy on stage in a tight golden outfit.
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