The third annual Billboard Latin Women in Music gala is set to take place on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 9 PM ET/8 PM CT. Broadcasting live from the Telemundo Center in Miami, the two-hour special will be hosted by the esteemed Mexican artist Ana Bárbara. Recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2024, Ana Bárbara returns to lead an evening celebrating the influential women shaping the future of Latin music.
Latin music has seen extraordinary growth in the U.S. market. According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), the genre brought in a record-breaking $1.4 billion in revenue in 2023, marking a 16% increase over the previous year and making up 7.9% of all recorded music revenue in the country. That momentum has continued into 2024, with the first half alone generating $685 million, up 7% compared to the same period in 2023.
How to Watch
Viewers can tune in to the live broadcast on Telemundo. The event will also be available for streaming on the Telemundo App, Universo, and Peacock, ensuring accessibility across various platforms.
Honorees
This year’s gala will honor several trailblazing women in Latin music:
- Anitta – Vanguard Award
- Belinda – Evolution Award
- Celia Cruz – Legend Award
- Chiquis – Impact Award
- Ha*Ash – Unbreakable Award
- Natti Natasha – Unstoppable Artist
- Olga Tañón – Lifetime Achievement Award
- Selena Gomez – Woman of the Year
These accolades recognize their significant contributions and lasting impact on the Latin music industry.
Performers and Presenters
The evening will feature performances by:
- Ana Bárbara
- Yahritza y Su Esencia
- Ivy Queen
- La India
- Olga Tañón
A special tribute to the legendary Celia Cruz will be performed by Ivy Queen, La India, and Olga Tañón, celebrating what would have been Cruz’s centennial year.
Presenters for the night include:
- Adriel Favela
- Amandititita
- Eddy Herrera
- Goyo
- Lele Pons
- Luis Fonsi
- Aleyda Ortiz
Join the Celebration
Fans are encouraged to join the celebration by following Telemundo on Instagram and TikTok, and by participating in the conversation using the hashtag #BBMujeresLatinas. Additional content, including highlights and exclusive moments, will be available on Telemundo.com/BillboardMujeresLatinas and the Telemundo Entretenimiento YouTube channel.
Don’t miss this empowering evening that honors the remarkable women leading the Latin music industry.
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