The Selena Gomez International Icon will be honored as a woman of the year in Latin women in Billboard music live on Thursday, April 24 exclusively by Telemundo

Miami, FL, April 16, 2025 – Telemundo and Billboard announced that the global multiplatin artist and Grammy nominated, Selena Gomez, will be honored with the “Women of the Year” award in Latin women in Billboard’s music Live on Telemundo on April 24 at 9 pm/8c. The program will also be transmitted simultaneously in the application of Telemundo,Peacockand through Latin America and the Caribbean for Telemundo International .

The “Women of the Year” award is presented to a female artist who has demonstrated exceptional success, leadership and cultural influence in the music industry and beyond. Selena Gomez He has achieved an extraordinary musical career, leaving an impressive brand on Billboard lists in several genres. 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, who debuted in the number 1 position on the Top Latin Albums list, making history as a female artist’s first album to achieve it from “El Dorado” of Shakira and earned a Grammy nomination for best Latin pop album. Gomez recently launched his expected album in collaboration with Benny Blanco “I Said I Love You First”, which has been the most successful album in sales in his first week of premiere of his entire musical career. The album contains the successful song “Sad Eyes” with The Marías, a reimagination of the classic 1981 Jeanette ballad “The boy with sad eyes” who entered the Top 5 on 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. Selena uses her undeniable talent and her influential voice to advocate change and empowerment, leaving a lasting impact on music and society. Her unwavering celebration of her Latin heritage through her musical and acting projects has consolidated her as a cultural icon, inspiring millions and amplifying diverse voices.

Beyond his career, Selena Gomez 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 was co-founded with its mother Mandy Teefey, which seeks to break the stigma and promote well-being. Its activism for social justice and the underrepresented communities further amplifies its impact beyond pop culture. Through his art, law and ventures, Selena is a model to follow powerful and authentic, 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.

Selena Gomez joins the group of women previously announced including Anitta “Vanguardist Award”, Belinda “Evolution Award”, Celia Cruz “Legend Award”, Chiquis “Impact Prize”, Ha*Ash “Unwavering Prize”, Natti Natasha “Unstoppable artist prize”, and Olga Tañón “Musical trajectory” award.

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