Music
Celia Cruz, the Queen of Salsa, who died in 2003 at age 77, will become the first Afro Latina to be featured on the U.S. quarter.
Feb. 8, 2023
Entertainment & Arts
Salsa icon Celia Cruz received a high-energy tribute from Jennifer Lopez and a bevy of ballroom dancers at the American Music Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday.
Nov. 25, 2013
Awards
Celia Cruz, salsa songstress, honored by Jennifer Lopez at AMAs
NEW YORK -- Playing the Queen of Salsa on stage is a dream come true for Xiomara Laugart, the star of the musical “Celia: The Life and Music of Celia Cruz.”
Aug. 10, 2007
World & Nation
Thousands of mourners honor Celia Cruz in Miami with song and dance as well as tears.
July 20, 2003
Show Tracker
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Sept. 15, 2009
Jazz review: The groundbreaking singer’s energetic performance is filled to the brim with youthful spirit.
Dec. 21, 1996
Travel & Experiences
I’d like to thank Agustin Gurza for his great article on Celia Cruz (“A Big Crown to Fill,” Oct. 24).
Oct. 31, 2004
The life of Celia Cruz, unrivaled queen of the genre, is the focus of a new L.A. exhibit.
Aug. 21, 2006
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced a new high school named in memory of “Queen of Salsa” Celia Cruz.
Aug. 22, 2003