Gloria Estefan
Cuban-American singer-songwriter and actress with hit songs
Born
September 1st, 1957
67 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in music, this Cuban-American singer-songwriter achieved commercial success with a career spanning over four decades. First gaining recognition in the late 1970s as the lead singer of The Miami Sound Machine, contributions include blending Latin music with pop, helping to popularize the Latin pop genre in mainstream music. Celebrated works include chart-topping hits such as 'Conga' and 'Rhythm Is Gonna Get You.' Estefan has also ventured into acting, appearing in productions such as 'The Mambo Kings' and 'For the Love of Money.' Recognized with multiple Grammy Awards for her work, she has made significant contributions to the music industry and remains an influential figure.
Released hit songs like 'Conga' and 'Rhythm Is Gonna Get You'
Won multiple Grammy Awards
Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame
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