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Estefan is a seven-time Grammy Award winner, a Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient, and has been named one of the Top 100 greatest artists of all time by both VH1 and Billboard. Estefan's record sales exceed 75 million worldwide, making her the second best selling female latin artist in history and one of the best-selling female singers of all-time.

A contralto, Estefan started her career as lead singer of Miami Latin Boys, which was later renamed Miami Sound Machine. She and Miami Sound Machine earned worldwide success with their 1985 single "Conga", which became Estefan's signature song and led to Miami Sound Machine winning the 15th annual Tokyo Music Festival's grand prix in 1986. In 1988, she and Miami Sound Machine achieved their first number-one hit with "Anything for You". Estefan is credited with breaking down barriers and opening doors for Latin musicians, including Selena, Jon Secada, Shakira and Ricky Martin.

In March 1990, Estefan sustained a life-threatening cervical vertebrae fracture when her tour bus was involved in a serious accident near Scranton, Pennsylvania. She underwent an emergency surgical stabilization of her cervical spine and post-surgical rehabilitation that lasted almost a year, but made a full recovery. A year later, in March 1991, Estefan launched her comeback with a worldwide tour and album, Into the Light.

Estefan's 1993 Spanish-language album Mi Tierra won the first of her three Grammy Awards for Best Tropical Latin Album. Mi Tierra immediately soared to the top of the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart upon its release. The album was also the first Diamond album in Spain.

Many of Estefan's songs, including "Rhythm Is Gonna Get You", "1-2-3", "Don't Wanna Lose You", "Get On Your Feet", "Here We Are", "Coming Out of the Dark", "Bad Boy", "Oye!", "Party Time" and a remake of "Turn the Beat Around," became international chart-topping hits.

In addition to winning three Grammy Awards and being the 2015 Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient, Estefan has been awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Las Vegas Walk of Fame, and was a Kennedy Center Honors recipient in 2017 for her contributions to American cultural life. Estefan also won an MTV Video Music Award, was honored with the American Music Award for Lifetime Achievement, and has been named BMI Songwriter of the Year. She was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and has received multiple Billboard awards.

Billboard has listed Estefan as the third Most Successful Latina and 23rd Greatest Latin Artist of all time in US, based on both Latin albums and Latin songs chart. Hailed as the "Queen of Latin Pop" by the media, she has amassed 38 number one hits across Billboard charts, including 15 chart-topping songs on the Hot Latin Songs chart. Rolling Stone has ranked her 1985 hit "Conga" the 11th Greatest Latin Pop Songs of all time. Richard Blanco, the 2013 Presidential Inaugural Poet, told The Boston Globe in 2020 that Estefan is among the Latin singers who helped him gain ground "in the musical poetry of my culture and rejuvenate my spirits".

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Gloria Estefan STAGE CREDITS

[Regional (US)]
Concert Reading, 1988
Performer

Gloria Estefan Productions

 
[West End, 2019]
Orchestrations
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Music, Lyrics, Orchestration

Writing

Music, Lyrics

Gloria Estefan Movies

Music of the Heart
[ 1999 ] Isabel
A Change of Heart
[ 2017 ] Dr. Fajardo
Vivo
[ 2021 ] Marta Sandoval
Father of the Bride
[ 2022 ] Ingrid Herrera

Gloria Estefan TV Shows

Glee
Maribel Lopez
One Day at a Time
Mirtha, Gloria Estefan

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Gloria Estefan News


Video: Broadway Stars Support Miami Children's Theater For GoFundMe Launch


Miami Childrens Theater has announced that after 20 years at its resident theater in Kendall, the company is seeking funds to facilitate a move to a new performance space. Watch the video.

Review: ON YOUR FEET at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts


What did our critic think of ON YOUR FEET at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts?

Interview: KRISTEN TARRAG�" of ON YOUR FEET at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts


On Your Feet! is the inspiring true story about heart, heritage, and two people who believed in their talent—and each other—to become an international sensation: Emilio and Gloria Estefan. Now their story is an all-new, exhilarating original musical winning the hearts of critics and audiences alike, with The New York Times cheering, “The very air in the room seems to vibrate in this undeniably crowd-pleasing musical!” 

ON YOUR FEET to be Presented at Riverside Theatre This Spring


Experience the high-energy Broadway and International hit musical, ON YOUR FEET! THE STORY OF EMILIO & GLORIA ESTEFAN, at Riverside Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The Grace Kelly Quartet and Joy Party Jamboree Come to Broward Center This Month


Discover the captivating blend of talent, charisma, and innovation in the performance of the GRACE KELLY QUARTET with the Joy Party Jamboree.

YouTube Sensations ISAAC ET NORA to Launch First U.S. Tour �¿This Month


In 2019, French brother and sister Isaac and Nora Restoin, then 12 and 7 years old, respectively, captured the imaginations of millions of YouTube viewers with a tender version of the classic Cuban bolero 'Veinte Años.' 

Patti LuPone & More to Join Atlantic Theater Company 2024 Gala


Atlantic Theater Company will present their 2024 Gala on Monday, April 29, 2024 at The Plaza. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

Interview: Alex Lacamoire Talks Working with Sting on MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE


Award-winning composer, arranger, conductor, musical director, music copyist, and orchestrator Alex Lacamoire has collaborated with some of the biggest names in musical theater.

Review: ON YOUR FEET! THE STORY OF EMILIO AND GLORIA ESTEFAN at Century II Concert Hall


Imagine waiting to see a living legend in concert. Anticipation builds, the lights dim, and then you hear the familiar and timeless beginnings of “The Rhythm is Going to Get You,” and you absolutely want to get up and dance!  Starting strong, On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan, gives a story of love, family bonds, iconic pop hits, classic love songs and beloved latin beats! With book by Alexander Dinelaris, and music by Gloria and Emilio Estefan and The Miami Sound Machine, it’s a dance party with a backstory!

Review: MJ THE MUSICAL at Gammage Auditorium


What did our critic think of MJ THE MUSICAL at Gammage Auditorium?

MATT AND BEN, THE LAST WALTZ, And More Coming Up This Spring At Cotuit Center for the Arts


Discover the upcoming events at Cotuit Center for the Arts. Stay up to date with the latest performances, exhibitions, and workshops curated for art enthusiasts.

Katharine McPhee and David Foster Come to NJPAC in December


New Jersey Performing Arts Center will present an intimate evening with David Foster and Katharine Mcphee performing their hits and holiday favorites. 

Chicago Theatres Celebrate Women's History Month In March With A Wide Selection Of Productions


Celebrate Women's History Month with Chicago Theatres featuring a variety of productions honoring the vital role of women in American history.

Billy Porter And More To Celebrate Elton John And Bernie Taupin Receiving The Gershwin Prize In All-Star Tribute


Join the celebration as Elton John and Bernie Taupin receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize. The lineup includes performances by Garth Brooks, Brandi Carlile, Annie Lennox, Metallica, and Billy Porter.

Full Cast and Creative Team Revealed For GUN & POWDER at Paper Mill Playhouse


Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the full cast and creative team for the new musical Gun & Powder. Learn more about the team here!

Mauricio Martínez's Newest Album LIVE IN NYC Out Now


Broadway actor and Emmy Award Winner Mauricio Martínez has released his newest album, Live in NYC, a collection of iconic show tunes. Learn more about the album!

WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?, Tower Of Power & More Coming To FIM Capitol Theatre


Learn about the March schedule of performances at FIM Capitol Theatre, including Tower of Power, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and more.

Video: ON YOUR FEET! presented by THEATRE UNDER THE STARS


Get a first look at the new national touring production of the smash hit Broadway musical, ON YOUR FEET! THE STORY OF EMILIO & GLORIA ESTEFAN. This exciting new production directed and choreographed by Luis Salgado will play Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) Tuesday, January 30 through Sunday, February 11.

Review: ON YOUR FEET! at Theatre Under the Stars


This is a beautifully cast show full of authentic Latin performers. They have all had input into the choreography for this production, which Luis Salgado headed up. The director has amped up the dancing from the original Broadway version and made the final journey after Gloria’s accident far more spiritual and compelling.

Interview: GABY ALBO of ON YOUR FEET at THEATRE UNDER THE STARS


Luis Salgado is a choreographer and director of the show, and he was part of the original Broadway production, actually. But I think what I like about this version is if you've seen it, you definitely have to come and see it again cause it's a very different take on the show. It's very spiritual.

Gloria Estefan FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Gloria Estefan written?

Gloria Estefan has written 1 shows including On Your Feet (Music, Lyrics).

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