celia cruz
Known as the Queen of Salsa, Cruz was one of the most popular Latin artists of the 20th century.
Pacheco was a co-founder of Fania Records, Eddie Palmieriâs bandmate and backer of music stars such as RubĂ©n BladĂ©s, Willie ColĂłn and Celia Cruz.
I learned from my relatives that I didnât have to choose between being Black and being Latino, and that I should love my powerful, rich cultural intersection
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Her elegance and smile were one of a kind.
"I think Celia didnât want to be remembered as a star but as a good human being."