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Maria G. Valdez

Former Lead Editor, POPSUGAR Latina

Maria was born and raised in Dominican Republic, where she began her career in journalism. After moving to New York, she worked for a leading Latinx online publication before transitioning to POPSUGAR. She's passionate about her dog Phoebe, health, living a balanced life, body positivity, and is a proud Latina. She teaches Zumba for fun and loves a good karaoke!

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Latest Posts by Maria G.

Mau y Ricky, Nicky Jam "Bota Fuego" Music Video

Mau y Ricky Have the Best Story About How “Bota Fuego,” Their Collab With Nicky Jam, Came Together

by Maria G. Valdez 10/10/19

Juan Magán, Ana Mena, Rangel, and Yago "Ahora Me Toca" Video

There Aren't Enough Fire Emoji to Describe Juan Magán's New Music Video With Ana Mena, Rangel, and Yago

by Maria G. Valdez 10/10/19

"The Poet X" Writer Elizabeth Acevedo Interview

Elizabeth Acevedo Uses Her Voice to Put Afro Latinas in the Forefront

by Maria G. Valdez

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Alex Meneses's Hollywood Career and Hispanic Heritage

Latinx Heritage Month

Alex Meneses Has Her Mexican Dad's Work Ethic to Thank For Her Long Hollywood Career

by Maria G. Valdez 10/08/19

Elizabeth Acevedo "Clap When You Land" Book Cover Reveal

Elizabeth Acevedo Scores a Win For Representation With the Cover of Her New Book, “Clap When You Land”

by Maria G. Valdez 10/08/19

Juntos We Shine Podcast Talent Elizabeth Acevedo Interview

Elizabeth Acevedo Brings Latina Issues to the Forefront and Empowers Her Community to Take Action

by Maria G. Valdez

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Maluma 11:11 Tour Review

It Took Me a Whole Weekend to Process Maluma's Show at MSG, Because It Was Just Too Much and J Lo Showed Up!

by Maria G. Valdez 10/07/19

Ulta Beauty Fall Gorgeous Hair Event Beauty Steals

How Growing Up in the Dominican Republic Influenced My Hair Habits and Made Beauty My Biggest Priority

by Maria G. Valdez

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Phil Hernandez Wants to Bring Latin Heritage to His District

Phil Hernandez Wants to Bring a Fresh Approach to His District With Latino Pride

by Maria G. Valdez 10/13/19

Hispanic Heritage Month: Jesse & Joy Reflect on Latin Music

Latinx Heritage Month

I Could Listen to Jesse & Joy Talk About Latin Music For Hours

by Maria G. Valdez 10/12/19

Juntos We Shine Podcast Talent Interview Kelsey Martinez

Kelsey Martinez Is Breaking the Glass Ceiling and Paving the Way For Young Women In A Male-Dominated Field

by Maria G. Valdez

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Natalie Martinez Represents Strong Latina Female Characters

Natalie Martinez’s Path to Hollywood Was Random, but We Need More Latinas Like Her Playing Strong Female Characters

by Maria G. Valdez 9/25/19

Raul Peñaranda Gets Personal For Hispanic Heritage Month

Fashion Designers

Raul Peñaranda Is Redefining Luxury in the Fashion World but Never Forgets Where He Came From

by Maria G. Valdez 9/24/19

Pedro Capó Talks New Challenges in La Reina de la Canción

Pedro Capó Is Enjoying Life Con Calma, but Getting Ready For His New Challenge on La Reina de la Canción

by Maria G. Valdez 9/20/19

Maluma Interview For Hispanic Heritage Month

Maluma Proves Language Is No Barrier For Success When You Put in the Work and Remain Humble

by Maria G. Valdez 9/18/19

Back to School Makeup Look by Laura Sanchez

Makeup Tutorials

Laura Sánchez Nails the Perfect Back-to-School Makeup Look, and I’m Actually Excited to Go to Class Looking Like This

by Maria G. Valdez 9/16/19

Stories From the Latinx Community

Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrating Your Latinx Heritage

by Maria G. Valdez 9/30/19

Jackie Cruz Hispanic Heritage Month Interview

Latinx Heritage Month

Jackie Cruz Makes Peace With Her Past and Rises Like a Phoenix to Create a New Diverse Era in Hollywood

by Maria G. Valdez 9/14/19

Rosario Dawson Hispanic Heritage Month Interview

How Rosario Dawson Is Using Her Platform to Highlight Diverse Issues Affecting Our Community

by Maria G. Valdez 9/14/19

Isela Blanc Hispanic Heritage Month Interview

From Undocumented to Congresswoman: Isela Blanc Looks Back at Her Past to Create a Better Future

by Maria G. Valdez 9/14/19

Hispanic Heritage Month: Natalia Reyes Interview

Latinx Heritage Month

Actress Natalia Reyes Is Terminating Latina Stereotypes on the Big Screen

by Maria G. Valdez 9/14/19

MAC Cosmetics Studio Fix Line

How 1 Professional M·A·C Makeup Artist Is Helping These Latinas Embrace Their Heritage and Redefine Beauty

by Maria G. Valdez

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Embracing My Hispanic Heritage After Moving to the US

Latinx Heritage Month

How I've Embraced My Latinidad After Moving to the US

by Maria G. Valdez 9/14/19

Juntos We Shine Podcast Talent Interview With Lisa Aldridge

Meet Lisa Aldridge, a Woman Spreading Joy by Helping Other Women Achieve Their Goals

by Maria G. Valdez

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