Famous Hispanics

Jennifer Lopez is probably the first name that pops into our minds when we talk of Hispanic people. With her exotic looks, curvaceous figure and melodious voice, she is undoubtedly one of the most influential Hispanic performer in the United States. Eva Longoria is another Hispanic beauty who rules the American television world as an actress, producer, and director. While famed for their beauty and grace, Hispanic people have stormed not just the show business with their charms, but have also made their mark in other fields such as science, technology, architecture, and sports. Clinical psychologist Martha E. Bernal did the Hispanic women proud by becoming the first Latina to receive a psychology PhD in the United States while Puerto Rican American pediatrician Helen Rodríguez Trías carved a niche for herself as an advocate for women's reproductive rights. Athletes like Bobby Chacon, Leo Barker, and Zeke Moreno have proved that Hispanic people possess the best of sporting abilities too! Read on for more information about the life and works of famous Hispanic and Latino Americans.
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Eva Longoria
(Actress and Producer Known for Her Role as ‘Gabrielle Solis’ on the ABC TV Series ‘Desperate Housewives’)
Eva Longoria
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Birthdate: March 15, 1975
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Corpus Christi, Texas, United States

Mexican-American actress, producer and director, Eva Longoria gained global recognition after portraying Gabrielle Solis in the ABC’s hit series Desperate Housewives. Prior to this, she was also a part of the popular series, The Young and the Restless. A multitalented personality, Eva has also been a face of L'Oreal Paris, has written a cookbook and participates in numerous philanthropic activities.

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Juan Gabriel
(Singer)
Juan Gabriel
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Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: January 7, 1950
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Parácuaro, Michoacán, Mexico
Died: August 28, 2016
Regarded by many as Mexico’s Elvis Presley, singer Juan Gabriel sold more than 60 million records, while his songs have been translated to languages such as Japanese and French. Though never married, he had six children, two of them with his domestic employees. Interestingly, some tabloids suggested he was gay.
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Nick Fuentes
(Political commentator, Youtuber)
Nick Fuentes
2
Birthdate: August 18, 1998
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Gabriela Rodríguez de Bukele
(Educator)
Gabriela Rodríguez de Bukele
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Listed In: Miscellaneous
Birthdate: March 31, 1985
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: San Salvador, El Salvador
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Bia
(Rapper)
Bia
5
Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: August 16, 1991
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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Shabazz Napier
(Basketball player)
Shabazz Napier
2
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: July 14, 1991
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
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Antonietta Collins
(News Anchor)
Antonietta Collins
3
Birthdate: November 22, 1985
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Mexico City, Mexico

Mexican-American ESPN sportscaster Antonietta Collins had begun her career as a production assistant at Univision, graduating to being a news reporter and then a sports reporter, covering events related to the NBA and the MLB. Daughter of award-winning journalist Maria Antonieta Collins, she was previously a budding soccer player, too.

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Alexis Amore
(Peruvian Feature Dancer, Pornographic Actress, and Columnist)
Alexis Amore
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Listed In: Miscellaneous
Birthdate: December 29, 1978
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Lima, Peru

Alexis Amore is a Peruvian feature dancer, pornographic actress, and columnist. Best known for appearing in lesbian pornographic films, Amore has received a couple of NightMoves Awards. In 2018, she was inducted into the Urban X Award Hall of Fame and AVN Award Hall of Fame. Alexis Amore has also contributed as a columnist for a Peruvian magazine named Oye.           

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El Cordobés
(Spanish Bullfighter and Actor)
El Cordobés
4
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: May 4, 1936
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Palma del Río, Spain
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Angélica María
(Actress & Singer-Songwriter, she is a Performer who has earned Grammy Awards and Numerous Other Honors)
Angélica María
5
Birthdate: September 27, 1944
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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Alon Abutbul
(Israeli Actor)
Alon Abutbul
2
Birthdate: May 28, 1965
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Kiryat Ata, Israel

Alon Abutbul is an Israeli actor. He attended the Thelma Yellin High School of Arts and started acting soon after his graduation. After appearing in minor roles in many films, he finally bagged a major role in the film Shtei Etzbaot Mi'Tzidon. He acted in several hit films in the ensuing years and is the recipient of many awards. 

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Jacinto Benavente
(One of the Foremost Spanish Dramatists of the 20th Century)
Jacinto Benavente
5
Listed In: Writers
Birthdate: August 12, 1866
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Madrid, Spain
Died: July 14, 1954

Jacinto Benavente was one of the foremost Spanish dramatists of the 20th century. The son of a popular pediatrician, he developed an early interest in literature but was expected to pursue a more conventional professional. He began studying law but abandoned it to become a dramatist. He received the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1922. 

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Henry Cuesta
(Musician)
Henry Cuesta
1
Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: December 23, 1931
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: McAllen, Texas, United States
Died: December 17, 2003
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Jess Rodriguez
(Football player)
Jess Rodriguez
3
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 7, 1901
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Aviles, Spain
Died: October 12, 1983
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
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Carmen Martín Gaite
(Spanish Author Known for Her Short Novel 'The Nightmarish El Balneario' (The Spa))
Carmen Martín Gaite
2
Listed In: Writers
Birthdate: December 8, 1925
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Salamanca, Spain
Died: July 22, 2000

Carmen Martín Gaite graduated with romance philology when it was rare for women to attend universities. The Premio Nadal-winning author is best remembered for her iconic works such as Entre visillos and El balneario. She was also one of only two female Spanish Royal Academy members back in her time.

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Martha Salazar
(Mexican Retired Boxer)
Martha Salazar
2
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: February 2, 1970
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Ocotlán, Jalisco, Mexico

Born in Mexico, boxer Martha Salazar moved to the US at age 9. Initially a star college basketball player, she switched to boxing after being attacked on the street. Starting with kickboxing, she later trained in boxing. Nicknamed The Shadow, she became the third Hispanic to win a World Heavyweight championship.

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Kelly Rodriguez
(Football player)
Kelly Rodriguez
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 9, 1907
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Avilés, Spain
Died: October 22, 1997
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
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Guadalupe Rodríguez
(Mother of Jennifer Lopez)
Guadalupe Rodríguez
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Listed In: Miscellaneous
Birthdate: December 12, 1945
Sun Sign: Sagittarius

Guadalupe Rodríguez is a Puerto Rican socialite best known as the mother of the popular actress and singer, Jennifer Lopez. Rodríguez hogged the limelight when she was featured in the HBO concert film Jennifer Lopez: Dance Again. She also played an important role in a healthcare campaign called YourMomCares, which was organized by the Barack Obama administration in 2014.

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Jenny Popach
(TikTok Star)
Jenny Popach
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Birthdate: November 15, 2006
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Miami, Florida, United State
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TheyLoveJennaa
(Instagram star, TikTok Star)
TheyLoveJennaa
2
Listed In: Instagram Stars
Birthdate: June 2, 2003
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: New York
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MiniBloxia
(YouTube Star)
MiniBloxia
2
Listed In: YouTubers
Birthdate: December 1, 2004
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: New Mexico,United States
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Nick Grajeda
(TikTok Star)
Nick Grajeda
0
Birthdate: November 11, 2000
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Orange, California, United States
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Sami_Tat
(Crown Verified TikTok Creator)
Sami_Tat
3
Birthdate: September 30, 2004
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Venezuela