Hosted by Legendary Mexican Artist, Ana Bárbara, This Year’s Special Will Honor Female Music Superstars and Feature Can’t-Miss Performances
Miami, FL, March 20, 2025 – Telemundo and Billboard announced the third annual Billboard Latin Women in Music special, airing live from Telemundo Center in Miami on Thursday, April 24 at 9 PM/8C exclusively on Telemundo. Hosted by the legendary Mexican artist and 2024 honoree, Ana Bárbara, the two-hour event will celebrate the groundbreaking women who are shaping the future of Latin music. The show will also be available simultaneously on the Telemundo app, Universo and Peacock.
“We are thrilled to partner with Billboard once again to commemorate the incredible achievements of Latin women in music,” said Francisco “Cisco” Suarez, Telemundo’s EVP, Primetime Unscripted & Specials. “At Telemundo, we are committed to empowering and uplifting voices that inspire and resonate with our audience and look forward to an unforgettable night of celebration filled with captivating performances.”
“Billboard Latin Women in Music is a powerful platform that shines a spotlight on the extraordinary talent, resilience, and impact of Latinas in the music industry,” said Leila Cobo, Billboard’s Chief Content Officer for Latin and Español. “We are proud to continue this celebration alongside Telemundo, honoring the women who are breaking barriers, shaping culture, and inspiring future generations through their artistry. This year’s show promises unforgettable performances and heartfelt moments that showcase the strength and brilliance of Latin women in music.”
Ana Bárbara, the renowned singer, songwriter, producer, and actress who received the 2024 “Lifetime Achievement” honor for her significant contributions to music, returns this year to host the special. Throughout her illustrious career, Ana Bárbara has been a beacon of empowerment, resilience, and advocacy for female representation. She has shattered barriers and paved the way for other women in the industry, becoming an artistic inspiration and a respected figure in the Regional Mexican genre.
The honorees and performers for this year will be announced soon. Last year’s distinguished recipients included Angela Aguilar for “Musical Dynasty,” Ana Bárbara for “Lifetime Achievement,” Camila Cabello with the “Global Impact” award, Gloria Estefan as “Legend,” Karol G as “Woman of the Year,” Kany García as “Spirit of Change,” La India with the “Pioneer” award, and Kali Uchis as “Rising Star.”
Join the celebration and enjoy exclusive content by following @Telemundo on Instagram and TikTok. Also, be part of the conversation using the hashtag #BBMujeresLatinas and visit Telemundo.com/BillboardMujeresLatinas and our YouTube channel Telemundo Entretenimiento for all the latest.
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About Billboard:
Billboard is the ultimate barometer of success in music. Through its iconic charts, breaking news, thought leadership, multi-platform storytelling and world class events, Billboard tracks the world’s top musicians and the business that powers them. Since its origin in 1894, music leaders and fans across the world look to Billboard as the most trusted source for music information, spanning more than a dozen countries and published in 10 languages. The prestigious Billboard Music Awards are the only premium awards ceremony that recognize musicians for their undeniable achievements on the Billboard charts, using pure data to determine the winners, rather than relying on opaque committees or undisclosed voters to select the honorees giving fans maximum impact at each year’s ceremony, as Billboard’s chart data measures fans’ engagement with their favorite music. Billboard’s other premium experiences range from the Billboard Power 100 to Billboard Women in Music, Billboard Latin Music Week, and Billboard Live, which connects the most impactful artists and industry leaders with fans from all cultures and corners of the globe.
About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises:
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises leads the media industry in the production and distribution of Spanish-language content for U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. The company serves U.S. Hispanics through its national broadcast network, the cable network Universo, and digital platforms including the Telemundo app, a suite of FAST channels, and streaming services, such as Peacock, among others. The Telemundo Network offers Spanish-language entertainment, news, and sports content reaching 95% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 30 owned stations and 91 affiliate stations. Telemundo also owns an independent station serving Puerto Rico. Anchored on Telemundo Studios, the network is the #1 producer of scripted Spanish-language content in the U.S., and the only network to produce original content specifically for US Hispanic audiences. Offering over 600 hours of reality TV shows a year, Telemundo is considered the undisputed Home of Reality TV in Hispanic media. The network is also the exclusive Spanish-language home of the world’s two most popular sporting events, the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Media Contacts:
Telemundo
Claudia Franklin – claudia.franklin@nbcuni.com
Ana Echenique – ana.echenique@nbcuni.com
Billboard
Nicole Morano – nmorano@pmc.com
Lydia Baskharoon – lbaskharoon@pmc.com
