by Yenesis Alvarez | Mar 10, 2026 | Slide
Rosie Perez is bringing Boricua star power to Calvin Klein’s Spring 2026 denim campaign, sharing the spotlight with BTS’s Jung Kook in a fun record-store-themed ad that celebrates her lasting presence in film and pop culture. It’s another big crossover moment for a...
by Yenesis Alvarez | Mar 9, 2026 | Slide
Sandra Lopez writes how Cuban-American designer Narciso Rodriguez is back in the spotlight as a new generation rediscovers the timeless wedding dress he created for Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, a design that helped reshape bridal fashion and spotlight Latino talent in...
by Yenesis Alvarez | Feb 22, 2026 | Slide
A new iHeartMedia study says bicultural Latinos now represent nearly 40% of U.S. Latinos and are a major force shaping culture, media, and consumer behavior. The report highlights an estimated $4.1 trillion in U.S. Latino purchasing power and frames cultural relevance...
by Yenesis Alvarez | Feb 22, 2026 | Slide
JetBlue unveiled a community-chosen special aircraft livery celebrating the Dominican Republic, designed by Dominican artist Willy Gómez and selected by public vote. The airline said the plane — set to debut this spring — honors Dominican cultural identity and...
by Yenesis Alvarez | Feb 22, 2026 | Slide
Patriots kicker Andrés “Andy” Borregales was honored by his Florida hometown after a strong rookie season, with the article noting his rise from Miami Hurricane standout to NFL contributor. The coverage also highlights his milestone as the first Venezuelan player to...
by Yenesis Alvarez | Feb 22, 2026 | Slide
Kellie Delka, a Texas-born skeleton athlete who has lived in Puerto Rico for about eight years, represented Puerto Rico as the island’s only athlete at the 2026 Winter Olympics — a visibility moment that also shines a light on growing winter sports communities on the...
by Yenesis Alvarez | Feb 22, 2026 | Slide
Willie Colón, one of salsa’s foundational architects, died at 75, leaving behind a legacy that helped shape the sound, identity, and political voice of Latino communities in New York and beyond. NPR’s remembrance highlights his role in salsa’s rise, his collaborations...
by Yenesis Alvarez | Feb 18, 2026 | Slide
Adrienne Bailon-Houghton discusses her new rom-com Chef’s Kiss (via The Roku Channel) and reflects on a historic Grammy Awards milestone tied to Israel Houghton and Israel & New Breed’s Coritos Vol. 1 recognition as a Spanish-language breakthrough in the...
by Yenesis Alvarez | Feb 18, 2026 | Slide
Pitbull is rallying fans to wear bald caps at his BST Hyde Park show on July 10, 2026 to attempt a Guinness World Records mark for “largest gathering of people wearing bald caps.” Trey Alston from Complex writes about it here. Source credit: Complex Photo credit:...
by Yenesis Alvarez | Feb 18, 2026 | Slide
J Balvin, Tokischa, and Jay Wheeler are confirmed to perform at Premio Lo Nuestro on Feb. 19 at Kaseya Center, with additional tributes and appearances—including hosting duties by Thalía. Click here for more. Source credit: PEOPLE Photo credit: Kevin Mazur/Getty;...
