The singer and actress Selena Gómez will be awarded the “Woman of the Year” award during the Latin Women’s ceremony in Billboard’s music, where singer Celia Cruz will also be recognized posthumously.
With this recognition, Gómez joins the group of previously announced women including Anitta “Vanguardist Award”, Belinda “Evolution Award”, Chiquis “Impact Award”, HA*Ash “Unbreakable Prize”, Natti Natasha “Unstoppable Artist Award” and Olga Tañón “Musical Trajectory”.
The “Woman of the Year” award that is awarded to a female artist who has demonstrated exceptional success, leadership and cultural influence in the music industry and beyond Selena Gomez, who has achieved an extraordinary musical career, leaving a mark on Billboard’s lists in different genits will be given.
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With 42 entries in the Billboard Hot 100 of all genres, including its first success number 1, ‘Lose You to Love Me’ (2019), expanded its reach in Latin music through its prominent role in ‘Taki Taki’ of DJ Snake, which debuted in number 1 in the Hot Latin Song list in October 2018 where it remained for 13 weeks.
Since then, Gomez has achieved three additional successes in the Top 10 in the multimetric classification, which integrates transmission data, digital sales and AirPlay, including ‘Dance with me’, his collaboration with Rauw Alejandro, which reached number 4 in 2021 and headed the Latin Airplay list for a week.
Gomez’s success in Latin music reached another milestone with the launch of “Revelation”, his first EP in Spanish, which debuted in the number 1 position on the list of Top Latin Albums, making history as the first album of a female artist to achieve it from “El Dorado” of Shakira and earned him a Grammy nomination for best Latin pop album.
Gómez recently launched his album in collaboration with his sentimental partner Benny Blanco “I Said I Love You First”, which has turned out to be the most successful album in sales in his first week of premiere of his entire musical career.
The album includes the theme “Sad Eyes” with The Marías, a reimagination of the classic Jeanette ballad of 1981 “The boy with sad eyes” who entered the top 5 of the Hot Latin Songs list.
As a singer who has headed the lists, award -winning actress, successful producer and businesswoman with her Rare Beauty brand, has proven to be a versatile force in the entertainment industry.
Throughout his career, Selena has used her talent and his voice to advocate for change and empowerment, leaving a great impact on music and society. The unwavering celebration of its Latin inheritance through its musical and acting projects, has consolidated Selena Gómez as a cultural icon, inspiring millions and amplifying diverse voices.
Beyond his career, Selena Gómez has become a leading voice in awareness of mental health. Through its Rare Impact Fund, it is transforming the youth mental health panorama by mobilizing more than $ 20 million in funds with philanthropic partners on 5 continents. In addition, the Wondermind mental health company co -founded with its mother Mandy Teefey, which seeks to break the stigma and promote well -being. Its activism for social justice and sub -present communities further amplifies its impact beyond pop culture.
Through his art, his struggle and ventures, Selena has become a model to continue inspiring millions worldwide. This award celebrates not only artistic achievement, but also the positive influence that a woman has in the global musical community, recognizing those who break barriers and shape the future of the industry.
The delivery ceremony will be held live on April 24 at 9 PM/8C with transmission of the Telemundo chain.
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This article was first published in Los Angeles Times in Spanish.
