Shakira becomes first Latina to be named ‘Woman of the Year’ by Billboard

Shakira is named Woman of the Year billboard at the first gala latin women in music, becoming the first Latina woman to receive this title.

The Colombian honor comes as a result of an extraordinary year in which the superstar has broken records with the biggest debut in Spanish of 2022 (monotony with Ozuna). Then, in January 2023, be Shakira: BZRP Music Sessions #53 debuted at number 9 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart, making her the first woman to reach the top 10 on the chart with a song in Spanish).

“Shakira is the ultimate woman in music. Thanks to her, Latina women around the world have been empowered to write and perform deeply personal music. He created a movement of his own and remains more relevant today than ever, with grace, a deep tradition of giving back and tremendous talent. She is the definition of a woman in music,” she said. Leila Cobocontent director Billboard for Latin/Spanish.

“Shakira has been instrumental throughout her career in shaping the vibrant and diverse landscape of Latin music and music in general. His passion, talent and creativity have broken down barriers and enabled generations to embrace our identity through music, and we are incredibly proud to recognize her as Industry Woman of the Year,” said Ronald daypresident entertainment and content strategy for Telemundo.

The official page of billboard indicates that this event celebrates Latina artists, executives and creatives who are proactively working for positive change, inclusion and gender equality in the music industry.

Ana Gabriel, Emilia, Evaluna, Goyo and Thalia They also receive special prices.

The special is presented by Ivy Queen and Jacqueline Bracamontes, in honor of Latina women in music. It will have an estimated duration of two hours and will be taped at the Watsco Center in Miami. It airs exclusively on Telemundo on Sunday, May 7 at 9:00 PM ET and 8:00 PM CT.