¡HOLA! Américas Hosts 2026 Latina Powerhouse 100 Gala in Miami
The second annual ¡HOLA! Américas Latina Powerhouse 100 Gala took place on Nov. 2 at Miami's Ziff Ballet Opera House. Centered on the theme "The Hispanic Legacy: Inspiring America's Future," the star-studded event celebrated influential Latinas shaping culture, fashion, business, and entertainment.
Hosted by masters of ceremonies Andrea Meza, Dayanara Torres, and Boris Izaguirre, the evening welcomed an exclusive guest list of prominent figures and VIPs. Notable attendees included Lele Pons, Leslie Grace, Melissa Ortiz, Adamari Lopez, Ariadna Gutierrez, Mariana Treviño, Natalia Jiménez, Camila Fernandez, MŌRIAH, Ela Taubert, Johann Vera, and Rodner Figueroa.
A defining moment of the evening arrived when Miami Mayor Eileen Higgins took the stage to present an official city proclamation declaring Nov. 2 as "Latina Powerhouse Day." Presented to Nagidmy Márquez Acosta, Chief Content Officer of ¡HOLA! Américas, the proclamation recognized the initiative's profound impact on Hispanic representation.
The gala also featured special recognitions for a select group of honorees:
Rita Ferro: Legacy of Excellence Award
Lele Pons: Entertainment Vanguard Award
Silvia Tcherassi: Fashion Legacy Award
Celia Sredni de Birbragher: Cultural Vanguard Award
Jean Shafiroff: Latina de Corazón Award
Adrienne Arsht Center: Hispanic Arts & Culture Legacy Honor
The celebration was anchored by an extensive lineup of live musical performances accompanied by the Latina Powerhouse Big Band. Performers taking the stage throughout the night included Natalia Jiménez, Camila Fernández, María José, Erika Ender, Aymée Nuviola, Leslie Grace, Ela Taubert, Nella, Joaquina, MŌRIAH, Siudy Garrido, and Nicole Zuraitis.