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Mexican-American duo Ha*Ash showcased its signature Latin pop sound with country influences at the third edition of Billboard Latin Women in Music, broadcast live on Thursday (April 24) via Telemundo.
Hanna and Ashley, the Louisiana-born sisters of Mexican descent, shined while performing a medley of songs including “Perdón, Perdón” and “Estés Donde Estés,” showcasing the power of their voices and harmonies, each carrying her own guitar. Moments later, they received the Unbreakable Award from bachata star Prince Royce, who called them “two women with talent on another level.”
“This award is a celebration and a reminder that there is strength in unity, and our strength has been being sisters, partners in crime, and never letting go through thick and thin,” Hanna said while accepting the award.
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“Our career has been like a chain; each person is a link,” Ashley added, thanking her team, her family, and her fans, whom she called “the strongest link” and her “greatest source of love.”
Recognized for their resilience, innovation, and empowerment, Ha*Ash made an impressive debut in 2004, earning their first top 10 hit on the Latin Pop Airplay chart with “Estés Donde Estés,” which reached No. 9.
Over the years, the duo has showcased its staying power, racking up a total of 16 entries on the chart, four of which landed in the top 10. Recently, the sisters made a notable comeback with “El Cielo Te Mandó Para Mí,” a standout track from their album Haashville, which climbed to No. 7 on Latin Pop Airplay. They are currently on their Haashville Tour across the U.S. and Canada.
Hosted by 2024 honoree Ana Bárbara, the third annual edition of the Billboard Latin Women in Music special is broadcasted live exclusively on Telemundo, Universo, Peacock, and the Telemundo app, and throughout Latin America and the Caribbean via Telemundo Internacional.
This year’s honorees also include Selena Gomez as Woman of the Year, as well as Olga Tañón (Lifetime Achievement Award), Belinda (Evolution Award), Natti Natasha (Unstoppable Artist Award), Anitta (Vanguard Award), Chiquis (Impact Award), and Celia Cruz, who, on the centenary of her birth, is posthumously recognized with the Legend Award and featured in the new Billboard Español cover story.
Watch Ha*Ash on the pink carpet during Billboard‘s livestream here.
For Billboard’s Latin Women In Music 2025 executives list, click here.
Chiquis invigorated the stage at the 2025 Billboard Latin Women in Music event with an electrifying live performance on Thursday (April 24) that showcased her artistry and paid homage to her roots.
The Mexican American singer delivered a medley of “Qué Me Vas a Dar” — a heartfelt cover of her legendary mother Jenni Rivera — and her empowering anthem “Por Qué Soy Abeja Reina,” a bold declaration of her individuality, but important lessons she learned from her mom. Backed by a robust banda ensemble, Chiquis proved why she’s a force to be reckoned with in Latin music and beyond.
Dressed in a striking burgundy gown paired with a matching cowboy hat, Chiquis commanded the stage as her powerful vocals soared. Behind her, a shimmering iridescent visual of a diamond display added another dimension to the performance, enhancing the emotional energy of the moment.
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Her accomplishments extend far beyond music. Chiquis was honored the Impact Award at this year’s ceremony for her philanthropic and entrepreneurial endeavors.
“Thank you for recognizing the great work. To the people who have been with me since I started this career, there were many moments when I wanted to give up, to throw in the towel, because it was a very difficult path. I always had my vision clear: having a microphone is a great responsibility. It’s not always going to be easy, I understand that, I lived it with my mother. Thank you for giving me strength when I didn’t have it. I started this to inspire and to empower. ¡Arriba las mujeres!” Amandititita delivered Chiquis her prize.
“I have to use my voice, not just to sing, but to send light and radiate love, and talk about the things that really matter to me,” Chiquis told Billboard earlier this week. In tandem with her musical career, she also launched her Boss Bee Nation initiative in 2014, to help those in need. “A lot of artists are afraid to speak their truth or stand behind what they believe in because it might affect and trickle their streams, but I don’t like to worry about that. I feel that if I’m my authentic self and use my platform for things that I believe in, and my heart is in the right place, you’re not going to lose the people who are important to you.”
The third annual edition of the Billboard Latin Women in Music special is broadcasted live exclusively on Telemundo, Universo, Peacock, and the Telemundo app, and throughout Latin America and the Caribbean via Telemundo Internacional.
The 2025 honorees also include Selena Gomez as Woman of the Year, as well as Belinda (Evolution Award), Natti Natasha (Unstoppable Artist Award), Anitta (Vanguard Award), Ha*Ash (Unbreakable Award), Olga Tañón (Lifetime Achievement Award),and Celia Cruz, who, on the centenary of her birth, is posthumously recognized with the Legend Award and featured in the new Billboard Español cover story.
Watch Chiquis on the pink carpet during Billboard’s livestream here.
For Billboard’s Latin Women In Music 2025 executives list, click here.
Anitta delivered a stripped-down yet emotionally charged performance at the 2025 Billboard Latin Women in Music event on Thursday (April 24), captivating the audience with her deeply personal ballad, “Larissa.”
Accompanied only by an acoustic guitarist, the trilingual superstar showed her soul through deep lyrics and a soulful vocal performance, revealing a vulnerable side rarely seen behind her electrifying stage persona. Dressed in a delicate nude lace dress, Anitta delivered a moment that was as intimate as it was powerful on a stage framed by smoke, genuinely connecting with the audience.
Yailin La Más Viral was in charge of introducing Shakira on screen, who praised the reach of funk and its ability to blend the past with the future, taking music to new heights. In this context, Anitta took the moment to share a powerful message about the impact of artists on society:
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“I believe that we, artists, are in this position with many people watching us, not only to entertain, but to change society,” said the Brazilian artist. “We have thousands of people watching us, and the importance of having an award like this [is immense]. We would like to see more men supporting us for society to change; not only women should support the cause, but also men.”
As the recipient of this year’s Vanguard Award — an honor recognizing an artist who boldly forges her own path — Anitta’s performance was a powerful statement of creativity, resilience, and vision.
Beyond the music, Anitta has embraced a more personal and reflective chapter in her life, as documented in her 2025 Netflix film, Larissa: The Other Side of Anitta. The documentary explores her journey of healing and the balance between her stage persona and her true self. “I wanted to show people that everyone goes through struggles, even if it looks perfect from the outside,” Anitta recently told Billboard Español.
The third annual edition of the Billboard Latin Women in Music special is broadcasted live exclusively on Telemundo, Universo, Peacock, and the Telemundo app, and throughout Latin America and the Caribbean via Telemundo Internacional.
The 2025 honorees also include Selena Gomez as Woman of the Year, as well as Belinda (Evolution Award), Natti Natasha (Unstoppable Artist Award), Chiquis (Impact Award), Ha*Ash (Unbreakable Award), and Celia Cruz, who, on the centenary of her birth, is posthumously recognized with the Legend Award and featured in the new Billboard Español cover story.
For Billboard’s Latin Women In Music 2025 executives list, click here.
Natti Natasha showcased her romantic bachata-pop balladry at the third edition of Billboard Latin Women in Music, aired live on Telemundo on Thursday (April 24).
Wearing an elegant white silk suit and backed by a tropical ensemble, the Dominican singer performed the soulful “Vendaje” from her latest album Natti Natasha en Amargue, which debuted at No. 6 on Billboard‘s Top Tropical Albums chart in February.
The Dominican singer is honored with the Unstoppable Award at the third edition of the gala. “Thank you for allowing me to be here alive, present, without purpose. It is from a country that gave me birth, from a soul that I carry with pride, thanks to my land for giving me passion, flavor,” said the singer upon receiving her award.
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“I want to dedicate this award to the souls who are no longer with us, people who were simply celebrating life, this moment is also yours. To show that a woman can sing to the whole world,” she added, referring to the tragedy in the Dominican Republic that took hundreds of lives. She then thanked Don Omar, Becky G, Bad Bunny and many more artists who have marked her career to this day, as well as her daughter.
“Being recognized as ‘unstoppable’ makes me reflect on everything I’ve been through — every obstacle I’ve had to overcome, every tear, every sacrifice, every moment I had to be strong even when I was breaking inside,” the performer told Billboard earlier this week. “To me, being unstoppable is loving what you do with your whole heart. It’s getting back up a thousand times, even when the world tells you that you can’t. It’s being a woman, being a mother, being a proud and strong Latina.”
Billboard Latin Women in Music special is broadcasted live exclusively on Telemundo, Universo, Peacock, and the Telemundo app, and throughout Latin America and the Caribbean via Telemundo Internacional.
The 2025 honorees also include Selena Gomez as Woman of the Year, as well as Belinda (Evolution Award), Anitta (Vanguard Award), Chiquis (Impact Award), Ha*Ash (Unbreakable Award), and Celia Cruz, who, on the centenary of her birth, is posthumously recognized with the Legend Award and featured in the new Billboard Español cover story.
Watch Natti Natasha on the pink carpet during Billboard‘s livestream here.
For Billboard’s Latin Women In Music 2025 executives list, click here.
Belinda took center stage on Thursday night (April 24) at the 2025 Billboard Latin Women in Music event, where she showcased her artistic evolution with a stunning performance.
The singer appeared in a dress made entirely of flowers to perform “Cursi de Más,” framed by a floral backdrop onstage. She then transitioned into “300 Noches” with a stunning outfit featuring fringe pants, a tank top that highlighted her toned physique, and a cowboy hat. The stage design was equally mesmerizing, adorned with red roses, bubbles and a heart-shaped centerpiece that enveloped the performance in magic and symbolism.
A very pregnant Lele Pons took the stage to present Belinda with her Evolution Award. “This recognition not only celebrates my career but also my ability to reinvent myself. Ever since I launched my album, everything has led me to this moment of deep inspiration,” Belinda said as she accepted her prize.
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The Latin pop princess has proven her ability to reinvent herself by exploring genres such as corridos, cumbia and electronic music, while evolving both artistically and personally.
“Life has been a journey full of learning, growth, and constant evolution — both personally and artistically,” she told Billboard earlier this week. “This recognition not only celebrates my career, but also the power of reinvention and continuing to explore new chapters. I feel more inspired than ever and excited to share this new musical era. Being honored on a night that celebrates such powerful and talented women makes this moment even more special.”
The third annual edition of Billboard Latin Women in Music, hosted by 2024 honoree Ana Bárbara, is broadcast live exclusively on Telemundo, Universo, Peacock and the Telemundo app, and throughout Latin America and the Caribbean via Telemundo Internacional.
The 2025 honorees also include Selena Gomez as Woman of the Year, as well as Natti Natasha (Unstoppable Artist Award), Anitta (Trailblazer Award), Chiquis (Impact Award), Ha*Ash (Resilience Award), and Celia Cruz, who is posthumously recognized with the Legend Award and featured in a new Billboard Español cover story in celebration of the centenary of her birth.
Check out the list of 2025 Latin Women in Music Executives and Entrepreneurs here.
Watch Belinda on the pink carpet during Billboard‘s livestream here.
Olga Tañón brought the fire to the stage at Billboard Latin Women in Music on Thursday night (April 24), kicking off the third edition of the event, broadcast live on Telemundo.
The Mujer de Fuego (Woman of Fire) performed a commanding medley of hits that included “Basta Ya,” “El Reclamo,” “Escondidos,” “Cómo Olvidar” and “Así Soy Yo.” Moments later, she received the Lifetime Achievement Award for her unmatched influence as a merengue star from her fellow Puerto Rican friend Luis Fonsi, who called her “more than a star, a force of nature” and an “undisputed role model for Latinas” as an artist, mother and wife. He also thanked her as his “musical godmother” for having supported him early in his career by inviting him to sing with her.
“After such a beautiful career of almost 40 years, it’s been a journey of immense growth to be able to leave [something valuable] for future generations,” Tañón expressed joyfully. Having a successful career “sometimes takes a long time,” she added, “but by doing the right things, you can get there.”
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Later in the evening, Tañón will participate in a tribute to Celia Cruz alongside La India and Ivy Queen.
With nearly four decades of an artistic career, Olga Tañón has not only won hearts but has also helped shape the tropical music style, earning a special place in the history of Latin music thanks to her interpretive quality, her unmistakable mezzo-soprano voice, and her high energy on stage.
Since launching her solo career in 1992, 20 of her albums have entered Billboard’s Top Latin Albums chart, including two that reached No. 1: Llévame Contigo (1997) and Te Acordarás de Mí (1998). On the Tropical Airplay chart, she holds the record as the female artist with the most top 10 entries (29 in total), with hits like “Es Mentiroso,” “Cómo Olvidar,” and “El Frío de Tu Adiós,” to name a few.
The Grammy and Latin Grammy winner was also recognized this year by Billboard among the top 10 Best 50 Female Latin Pop Artists of All Time.
Hosted by 2024 honoree Ana Bárbara, the third annual edition of the Billboard Latin Women in Music special is broadcasted live exclusively on Telemundo, Universo, Peacock, and the Telemundo app, and throughout Latin America and the Caribbean via Telemundo Internacional.
The 2025 honorees also include Selena Gomez as Woman of the Year, as well as Belinda (Evolution Award), Natti Natasha (Unstoppable Artist Award), Anitta (Vanguard Award), Chiquis (Impact Award), Ha*Ash (Unbreakable Award), and Celia Cruz, who, on the centenary of her birth, is posthumously recognized with the Legend Award and featured in the new Billboard Español cover story.
Watch Olga Tañón on the pink carpet during Billboard‘s livestream here.
For Billboard’s Latin Women In Music 2025 executives list, click here.
All the glitz and glam of the 2025 Billboard Latin Women in Music event took over the pink carpet at Telemundo Center in Miami on Thursday night (April 24). This year’s edition honors Anitta (Vanguard Award), Belinda (Evolution Award), Celia Cruz, posthumous (Legend Award), Chiquis (Impact Award), Ha*Ash (Unbreakable Award), Olga Tañón (Lifetime Achievement Award), […]
Three people were injured on Wednesday night (April 23) when a bleacher collapsed during a concert by Spanish star Quevedo at the Palacio de los Deportes in Mexico City, promoter Ocesa confirmed to Billboard Español on Thursday (April 24).
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The incident happened when some attendees in section C of the venue started jumping to the beat of the music, causing one of the bleacher planks to give way and collapse. Videos shared on social media show two people lying on the ground while others in the audience call for help.
Promoter Ocesa spoke out on Thursday in a statement, clarifying that the three people “sustained non-serious injuries.”
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“In line with our protocols, the individuals were immediately attended to by the venue’s medical and security staff, and were taken to a hospital where they received care and were discharged during the early hours of the morning accompanied by their families,” Ocesa explained in a statement to Billboard Español.
In the same statement, the Mexican promoter reaffirmed its commitment to the safety of attendees, staff, and artists.
In a post on X Thursday, Quevedo spoke about the incident that occurred during his show.
“Good morning from CDMX. Last night, a bleacher collapsed during the show, and three people had to receive medical attention,” wrote the “Quédate” singer. “We’ve learned that they’ve been discharged without serious injuries, and I wanted to send them encouragement and strength for a speedy recovery.”
The accident happened nearly three weeks after the tragedy at the AXE Ceremonia festival, where two photojournalists lost their lives when a scissor lift, used to place a decorative figure, fell on them due to strong wind gusts. The incident is currently being investigated by Mexico City’s Attorney General’s Office.
Quevedo kicked off the Latin American leg of his Buenas Noches tour on Wednesday in Mexico City, marking his first visit to the region in two years. The tour will also stop in Guadalajara and Monterrey on Friday and Sunday (April 25 and 27). With 14 dates, this is the “Gran Vía” singer’s most ambitious tour in Latin America to date.
Telemundo and HYBE Latin America are set to debut Pase a la Fama, a music competition series focused on discovering the next great Regional Mexican band. Launching on June 8, the show will feature contestants vying for a $100,000 prize and a record deal with HYBE Latin America. Explore See latest videos, charts and news […]
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