Latin Social Media Roundup: Latino Stars Share Career Milestones

This week on Instagram, Latin American music star Juanes gushed about taking part in the performance of a lifetime with an iconic rock band, reggaeton stars J Balvin and Yandel reached new mainstream musical heights and actor Eugenio Derbez was immortalized in stone.

Juanes And The Rolling Stones

Iconic British rock band, The Rolling Stones are currently on their "America Latina Olé Tour." On March 10, the band performed in Colombia and brought Juanes, one of the country's most popular Latin artists, on stage to perform with them.

For the 43-year-old Grammy-winning musician the experience of singing "Beast of Burden" with the band was a dream come true.

"A moment that I will never forget," he captioned a photo that he shared on Instagram.

Yandel Signs With Roc Nation

Reggaeton artist Yandel made history on March 10 when he announced that he had been signed to Roc Nation, the music label founded by rapper Jay-Z and manages music by stars like Kanye West, Rihanna and Demi Lovato.

The star is the first Latin American urban music artist to be signed to the label. Yandel shared photos on his Instagram that were taken after the official signing and expressed his gratitude.

"A musical soldier who will represent you with dignity...Proud to be part of the family of #RocNation being the first artist of urban music to be part of this great passionate company to bring my music to other levels, another audience, to other markets. Always I am carrying my roots, my people, my fans, my heart," he wrote.

Eugenio Derbez Receives His Star

Actor Eugenio Derbez was the latest Latino star to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. On March 10, the actor shared photos from the ceremony on his Instagram account.

The actor's family and several fans were present to witness the unveiling of his star. He was later surprised with a replica star cake by his friends and family at a private celebration, which he documented on social media.

"Thank you all for accompanying me on this very special day. Thank you" he wrote and later added, "Proud Latino with a star."

J Balvin And Pharrell Williams

Reggaeton star J Balvin is making strides in reggaeton. Along with his record-breaking hit songs and multiple awards, he has also opened up his career to new levels by recording with Pharrell Williams, who is one of the most recognized and popular music producers in mainstream music.

The two have shared photos from their studio sessions on Instagram--a collaboration documented by the New York Times--and revealed that the result was two new reggaeton songs most likely slated to appear in Balvin's upcoming album.