Participating are Gloria Estefan, Tony Gonzalez, Eva Longoria, George Lopez, Justina Machado, Soledad O’Brien, Edward James Olmos, Maria Elena Salinas, and Jimmy Smits
Los Angeles — The Paley Center for Media will present its inaugural Hispanic Heritage month celebration A Tribute to Hispanic Achievements in Television along with Verizon, Citi, both Sponsoring the Paley Front Row Programs.
The inaugural monthlong celebration premiered on Tuesday, September 15 with a star-studded celebration honoring the indelible mark the Hispanic community has made on media and television features: Gloria Estefan, Tony Gonzalez, Eva Longoria, George Lopez, Justina Machado, Edward James Olmos, Maria Elena Salinas, and Jimmy Smits, and moderated by Soledad O’ Brien.
There will also be a a dynamic, interactive experience on paleycenter.org with video testimonials covering drama, telenovelas, comedy, news, talk, documentary, sports, music, and variety; conversations with today’s most influential Hispanic names; trivia games; education classes; and family programs. Programs from this experience will be available in English and Spanish and all activities are free.
The Paley Center has hosted Tributes and exhibitions which highlight the African-American and Hispanic achievements in television, the contributions of women, the impact and importance of LGBTQ+ representation in television.
“We’re so proud to launch this inaugural tribute to acknowledge, honor, and celebrate the numerous contributions of the Hispanic community on television and media,” said Maureen J. Reidy, the Paley Center’s President & CEO. “This is a must-see celebration for the whole family that informs, educates, and entertains, offered as a bi-lingual interactive experience for all.”
The event is made possible through the support from dozens of companies and individuals, demonstrating a strong and ongoing commitment to promoting diverse voices in media and entertainment.
A Tribute to Latino Achievements in Television will also include.
Alex Rodriguez in Conversation
Wednesday, September 17, 8 pm EST on Yahoo Entertainment
Acclaimed journalist Natalie Morales of the Today Show will moderate a conversation with acclaimed broadcaster and entrepreneur Alex Rodriguez will participate in an intimate conversation about his career on and off the field. Alex will discuss his many successes through the lens of his iconic presence on television as a baseball star; Emmy-winning broadcaster for ESPN, Fox Sports, and CNBC’s Back in the Game; and his role as CEO of A-Rod Corp.
“I’ve always been proud of my Hispanic heritage so it’s an honor to be included in the Paley Center’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration,” said Rodriguez. “This celebration is certain to show why the Hispanic community has made such a lasting impact on television and media.”
Univision and Televisa’s Imperio de Mentiras (en Español): A Conversation with the Stars and Producer
Friday, September 18, 2020, 8 pm EST on Yahoo Entertainment
Televisa’s Imperio de mentiras (Empire of Lies), which is set to air on the Univision Network on September 21, stars Angelique Boyer and Andrés Palacios, as a pair of tempestuous lovers whose passionate affair is suddenly caught up in a whirlwind of crime and corruption when her father and his ex-girlfriend are both mysteriously murdered. Executive produced by Giselle González, the telenovela is derived from a Turkish drama series, Kara para ask. Boyer, Palacios, and González will appear to discuss their show in a virtual panel moderated by Miguel Sirgado, journalist and former editor in chief of !Hola! USA, to be conducted in Spanish.
Univision and UniMás’s Enamorándonos (en Español): A Conversation with the Hosts and Creator
Friday, September 25, 8 pm EST on Yahoo Entertainment
Reality show Enamorándonos (Love is in the Air) sets out to match up potential lovers but with a twist, allowing the viewers themselves to not merely watch the suspense and fun unfold as relationships develop, but to participate as well. Through social media, those at home looking for love are given the chance to meet datable candidates in hopes that sparks might fly between them. Its charismatic hosts, Ana Patricia Gámez and Rafael Araneda, and its creator, Zeynep Peker, will appear in a discussion conducted in English and Spanish.
Telemundo’s La Reina del Sur: A Conversation with the Stars and Executive Producer
Friday, October 2, 2020, 8 pm EST on Yahoo Entertainment
Telemundo’s most successful “Super Series” in its revamping of the traditional telenovela format, La Reina del Sur, has cultivating a tremendous fan base, and paving the way for an equally popular English-language version, Queen of the South. Adapted from the novel by Arturo Pérez-Reverte, the series follows the tumultuous and dangerous life of Teresa Mendoza, a Mexican woman who rises to the top as the most powerful drug trafficker in Spain and then finds it difficult to leave this world behind, even after assuming a new identity under the Witness Protection program. Star Kate del Castillo, who has developed a following for her performance of Teresa, will appear with fellow cast members Isabella Sierra (Sofia Dantes) and Alejandro Calva (César “Batman” Güemes), and executive producer and showrunner Marcos Santana to discuss the relevancy of their show and what to expect in its much-anticipated third season. The panel will be conducted in both Spanish and English by Marcela Isaza, Entertainment Reporter.
“I am proud to have brought the story of Teresa Mendoza to life so many years ago, which thanks to its success and devoted fans, will soon be producing its third season,” said del Castillo.
Hispanic Voices in Media
Thursday, October 8, 2020, 8 pm EST on Yahoo Entertainment
Leading Latino/a journalists from across broadcast and cable television to discuss the unique role the media plays in informing, educating, and making an impact on Latinos. They’ll share their expert insights into television’s coverage of American Latinos in the upcoming presidential election, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, immigration, and the growing power and influence of this community in American life. Participants include Ana Cabrera, CNN; Ilia Calderón, Univision; Jose Diaz-Balart, Telemundo; Tom Llamas, ABC News; Juan Williams, Fox News; and Moderator: Mariana Atencio. Rounding out the monthlong tribute, there is a dynamic, interactive experience with video testimonials, education programs, interactive trivia, and family programs which will be accessible virtually through the Paley Center’s website, paleycenter.org.
