Karol G Makes Grammy History: “This is the first of so many”
The 66th Annual Grammy Awards unfolded in a dazzling spectacle of music, fashion, and anticipation. Among the stars and legends, Karol G first shined bright on the red carpet. Then the Colombian reggaeton star made Grammy award history. Karol G won the Best Música Urbana Album award for her album, Mañana Será Bonito. Bad Bunny […]
Becky G Goes Viral with Oscar Nomination
Singer Becky G was nominated for an Oscar for Best Original Song for “The Fire Inside” from the movie “Flamin’ Hot.” And she’s thrilled. The the 26-year-old singer, whose full name is Rebbecca Marie Gomez, quickly went viral on social media with her heartfelt and candid reaction to the news of the nomination. “Becky G […]
America Ferrera Picks Up an Oscar Nomination
To the delight of many, Actress America Ferrera just picked up an Oscar nomination for her historic role as Latina mom, Gloria, in this summer’s hit movie “Barbie.” The Honduran-American actress has been nominated for a Best Supporting Actress Award for her role. America Ferrera, who was not nominated for a Golden Globe or SAG […]
Speaking in Ancient Tongues: AI Breathes Life into Forgotten Languages
We’ve all heard about “dead” languages, like Latin, Old English, and Sanskrit. Or even Mayan. They’re gone, morphed into the languages we speak today, or lost to history forever (as is the case with Mayan). But what if we told you that some of these languages are very much alive and going viral on social […]
Selena Gomez to Portray Linda Ronstadt in Upcoming Biopic
In a recent social media revelation, music icon Linda Ronstadt confirmed that pop sensation, and Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building” star, Selena Gomez is set to portray her in an upcoming biopic. The news, initially confirmed Variety, has stirred excitement among fans and the entertainment industry alike. Taking to her social media profiles, Ronstadt […]
Latinos’ Past Golden Globe Triumphs
When the 2024 Golden Globe Awards nominations were released last December, the Latino community was thrilled. Three talented Latino actors had earned nods, alongside the animated film “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.” Pedro Pascal, known for his role as Joel in HBO’s “The Last Of Us”; Selena Gomez starring in Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building” […]
Speed Racing Through Latino Anime
Lots of action. Characters we love. Unique artwork. It’s anime. Latino anime. And it’s loved by millions of kids and adults all over Latino America. But how did Latino anime get its start? Luckily for us, tracking down the origins of Latino anime is an easy ride down memory lane. Let’s go! What is Anime? […]
RIP Ana Ofelia Murguía: Remembering ‘Mama Coco’
Ana Ofelia Murguía, the esteemed Mexican actress best known for her portrayal of “Mama Coco” in Pixar’s 2017 film “Coco,” passed away on Sunday at the age of 90. Born in Mexico in 1933, Murguía’s illustrious career spanned over four decades, gracing the stage, the silver screen, and television screens with her unparalleled talent. Her […]
Latino Music Star’s Top Triumphs of 2023
Latino music stars were all over the place in 2023 quite literally. From reggaeton in Colombia to bachata throughout Mexico, musicians transcended borders and genres. And broke records along the way. It’s no wonder that Shakira was the first South American artist honored with the Video Vanguard Award at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards. […]
15 Frida Kahlo Holiday Gifts as Inspiring as Her Paintings
2020 painting by Sabina Bockemühl: “Frida Stays Forever”; Kabinaka, CC BY-SA 4.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Google’s Year in Search: Shakira, Jenna Ortega, Pedro Pascal, and more!
As the year draws to a close, it’s time to look back. Luckily, thanks to Google, we can do that in just a few clicks. This week, the global search giant unveiled its top trends of 2023 across the globe! For its 25th consecutive year, Google gave us its top trending lists, “based on search […]
The Top 5 Latino Holiday Songs of All Time
‘Tis the season to be jolly … and to sing! Here, we bring you our picks for the Top 5 Latino holiday songs of all time. With their infectious beats and spirited melodies, they turn every occasion into a jubilant celebration. Chosen by our editorial team, based on radio airplay and streaming trends, they guarantee […]