Shakira is set to be awarded the title of 2023 Woman of the Year at Billboard’s inaugural Latin Women in Music event.
Shakira has been announced as the recipient of the 2023 Woman of the Year award at the upcoming first Latin Women in Music event, according to Monday’s announcement by Billboard and Telemundo. The Colombian pop superstar is receiving the honor for her contributions to the music industry, bringing recognition and opportunities for Latin women throughout her career and philanthropic efforts. “Shakira is the ultimate Woman In Music. Thanks to her, Latin women all over the world were empowered to write and perform deeply personal music. She created a movement all on her own, and continues to be more relevant than ever today, with grace, a deep tradition of giving back, and enormous talent,” Leila Cobo, Billboard’s chief content officer for Latin/Es español, said in a statement.