Selena Gomez had to miss the 2025 Billboard Latin Women in Music awards ceremony because she was busy filming in New York. But don’t worry, she still got named Woman of the Year and shared a video message thanking everyone, including her fiancé Benny Blanco.
She talked about how important it is to celebrate women of all backgrounds and cultures, especially those with Mexican heritage like herself. Selena also mentioned how her 2021 album Revelación was a way to showcase her roots and make her grandma proud.
Selena has won this award before in 2017 when she was going through a tough time with her health. She thanked her kidney donor and friend, Francia RaÃsa, for saving her life. It was a tearful moment, but Selena shared how grateful she was for all the women who supported her.
This year, Anitta got the Vanguard Award, and the late Celia Cruz was honored with the Legend Award. Other winners included Belinda, Chiquis, Ha*Ash, Natti Natasha, and Olga Tañón. It was a night full of powerful women celebrating their achievements. So, if you want to see how Selena has evolved over the years, keep on reading…
From 2008 to 2017, Selena has grown into a strong and confident woman in the industry. She’s faced challenges but always comes out on top. And that’s what makes her a true inspiration for women everywhere. Cheers to Selena and all the women who continue to break barriers and make their mark in the world.
