Billboard Latin Music Hall of Fame to Induct New Members

The Billboard Latin Music Hall of Fame is set to induct a new class of members, and we’ve got all the details on who will be honored.

Introduction

Billboard Latin Music Hall of Fame to Induct New Members
The Billboard Latin Music Hall of Fame has announced its newest inductees: reggaeton duo Wisin & Yandel, salsa singer Marc Anthony and Tejano artist Selena.

Wisin & Yandel, who are the first reggaeton artists to be inducted, have had a string of hits over their two-decade career, including “Llame Pa’ Verte,” “Sexy Movimiento” and “No Me Dejes Solo.”

Marc Anthony, who is being inducted as a solo artist, has sold more than 12 million albums and won numerous awards, including three Grammy Awards and five Latin Grammy Awards. He is best known for his hits “I Need to Know,” “You Sang to Me” and “When I Dream at Night.”

Selena, who was posthumously inducted into the Texas Women’s Hall of Fame in 2002, was a multi-platinum recording artist who won multiple Grammy Awards. She was murdered in 1995 at the age of 23.

History of the Billboard Latin Music Hall of Fame

The Billboard Latin Music Hall of Fame was established in 1994 to recognize “the most influential Latin artists of the past and present.” The inductees are selected based on their “lifetime achievement and outstanding contributions to the Latin music industry.”

The first class of inductees was announced in 1995 and included Miguel Bosé, Charytin Goyco, Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Gloria Estefan, and Selena.Since then, a total of 85 individuals and groups have been inducted into the Hall of Fame.

This year’s class of inductees includes six artists: Alejandro Fernández, Eugenio Derbez, Gloria Trevi, Jesse & Joy, Juanes, and Ricardo Montaner.

New Members to be inducted

Ricky Martin, Gloria Estefan, Emilio and Gloria Estefan, Selena Quintanilla and Shakira are among the new members that will be inducted into the Latin Music Hall of Fame next month.

The Latin Music Hall of Fame was created by Billboard in 2013 to celebrate Latin music’s biggest stars. It is located at the entrance of the American Airlines Arena in Miami.

To be eligible for induction, artists must have had a significant impact on the Latin music industry. They must also have been active in the industry for at least 20 years.

Ricky Martin is a Puerto Rican singer, songwriter and actor who rose to fame with his hit song “Livin’ la Vida Loca.” He has sold more than 70 million albums and has won numerous awards, including Grammy Awards and Latin Grammy Awards.

Gloria Estefan is a Cuban-American singer, songwriter and actress who is best known for her hits “Conga” and “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You.” She has sold more than 100 million records worldwide and has won seven Grammy Awards.

Emilio Estefan is a Cuban-American producer and songwriter who has worked with some of the biggest names in Latin music, including Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin and Shakira. He is also the founder of the Miami Sound Machine.

Gloria Estefan is a Cuban-American singer, songwriter and actress who rose to fame with her hit song “Conga.” She has sold more than 100 million records worldwide and has won numerous awards, including Grammy Awards and Latin Grammy Awards.
Emilio Estefan is a Cuban-American producer and songwriter who has worked with some of the biggest names in Latin music, including Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin and Shakira. He is also the founder of the Miami Sound Machine.

Previous Members

The Latin Music Hall of Fame was founded in 2001 by the Latin Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences to celebrate “the big bang of Latin music” and to recognize “the superstars who have transformed the American musical landscape.” The first group of six honorees were inducted at a star-studded gala ceremony held at the Beacon Theatre in New York City.

The Latin Music Hall of Fame now has over 70 members, including musical legends such as Gloria Estefan, Julio Iglesias, Celia Cruz, Ricky Martin, and Selena.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Billboard Latin Music Hall of Fame will be inducting new members. This is a great honor and we couldn’t be more proud of them. These artists have made an incredible impact on the Latin music industry and we know they will continue to do so for many years to come.