Can I get an Amen up in here?
Recently, the Twittersphere has been buzzing about "Son of God" star Diogo Morgado who is sinfully good looking and has caused quite a stir as to whether or not it's OK to check out Jesus.
Before the 86th Annual Academy Awards on Sunday, March 2 --when Mexican 'Gravity' director Alfonso Cuarón's made history as the first Latino to win an Oscar for Best Director-- there was reportedly some criticism coming from Mexico, saying that fellow Mexicans aren't too pleased that Mexican talent leaves their homeland to thrive in the U.S.
The 86th Annual Academy Awards will go down as a treasured moment in Latino history in Arts & Entertainment.
Mexican writer/director Alfonso Cuarón became the first Latino to win an Oscar for Best Director, fellow Gravity collaborator and Mexican filmmaker Emmanuel Lubeski won for cinematography, and multi-faceted Filipino-American Robert Lopez became a member of the prestigious 'EGOT' (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Awards) club, joining in the ranks of legendary talent, such as the beloved Rita Moreno.
Husband-and-wife songwriting team of Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez's song, "Let It Go" from Walt Disney Pictures' animated musical Frozen won them an Oscar for Best Original Song.
In total, Gravity tied for the most nominations with David O Russell's American Hustle, both arriving at the Oscars with 10 nominations each. Only Gravity would end up with the largest count of Oscar wins, though.
The 86th Annual Academy Awards are soon approaching and there’s an element of the ceremony that might surprise you -- the inspiration behind the coveted 8-pound, 24-karat gold plated statue, which is modeled after a Mexican man.
Si señor!
Next weekend, SW 8th Street in Miami will be overtaken by Latinos of all different shapes, sizes, and backgrounds to celebrate the now-legendary Calle Ocho Festival. With an estimated draw of over 2 million people, a new King of Calle Ocho will be crowned. In the past, music legends such as Desi Arnaz, Willie Chirino, Gloria Estefan, Oscar D'Leon, and Pitbull have all worn the crown...and this year, Daddy Yankee will wear the crown!
The upcoming Son of God movie represents Jesus' first time returning to Hollywood's big screen in 10 years. The event is such a landmark that one pastor is passionately urging his community to see the premiere.
Puerto Rican rap duo Calle 13 is still maintaining its "rebellious spirit" and edge, but the duo is changing its tune a bit -- and this evolution has occurred with more life experience.
In "Multi_Viral," Calle 13's fifth album, René Pérez Joglar described his new lyrics as "more existential" than previous Calle 13 efforts.
Mexican-American director Robert Rodriguez is gearing up for the broadcast premiere of his "From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series," based on his 1996 vampire film that has a cult-like following, on March 11 on his new cable network, El Rey.
The flamenco genre lost a legend today.
Spanish flamenco guitarist Paco de Lucia, who had a global reach and influence and resonated a powerful passion through his guitar strings died suddenly today of a heart attack in Mexico, according to Reuters.
Actress-turned-author Cameron Diaz wants to empower others to love their bodies through her new book, "The Body Book: The Law of Hunger, the Science of Strength, and Other Ways to Love Your Amazing Body" as part of TODAY's "Love Your Selfie" series.
Afro Latino music claims the voice of African and Latin people, and bellows heritage and pride. It is music that details pain, regret and difficulty. It communicates soulfulness and resiliency, broadcasting the strength of its collective people.
Puerto Rican superstar Jennifer Lopez, also known as "Jenny from the block" will be soon be investigating the block -- in her latest scripted series, a cop drama called "Shades of Blue" on NBC.
Shakira returned to NBC's "The Voice" last night with a newfound confidence, passion and a spunkier attitude, already proving that she is a stronger presence for the sixth season of the show - and a Colombian force to be reckoned with against her fellow judges, Usher, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton, who are known for their sarcasm and competitive edge.
Puerto Rican Reggaeton star Daddy Yankee will get the streets pumping and the party moving at Miami's Calle Ocho, one of the largest Latin festivals in the United States, which takes place on March 9, 2014.
"To have a platform to show your film is very important, especially for filmmakers who show their films in New York City -- it's the mecca of filmmaking," Roberto Rizzo, founder and CEO of the New York City International Film Festival told the Latin Post.
