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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.

Protecting Your Family in the New Normal With Clorox

How These Mamás Have Protected Their Families and Adapted to a New Normal

by Maria G. Valdez

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Thalía Releases a New Children's Album: Viva Kids, Vol. 2

Thalía Creates a Magical Universe For Children in Her New Album, Viva Kids, Vol. 2

by Maria G. Valdez 6/09/20

Raymix Comes Out as Gay

Raymix Shared a Beautiful Coming-Out Video and the Support Is Giving Me Hope For a Better World

by Maria G. Valdez 6/09/20

How Latinx Can Combat Anti-Blackness

Breaking Away From the Imminent Racism of My Latin-American Upbringing

by Maria G. Valdez 6/08/20

Why Latinx Should Support Black Lives Matter

Why All Latinx Have a Duty to Demand Justice and Support Black Lives Matter

by Maria G. Valdez 6/05/20

Latinx Artists Who Are Supporting Black Lives Matter

Latinx Artists Who Have Shown Support For and Solidarity to Black Lives Matter

by Maria G. Valdez 6/03/20

Can You Join Black Lives Matter Protests If Undocumented?

Should You Join the Black Lives Matter Protests If You're Undocumented?

by Maria G. Valdez 6/06/20

Who Is Guaynaa?

Guaynaa Wanted to Bring Puro Perreo to Social Distancing, and He’ll BRB With More Shortly

by Maria G. Valdez 5/29/20

Mauricio Ochmann Stars in New Pantaya Series R

Mauricio Ochmann Is Set For the Ride of His Lifetime in Pantaya’s New Series R

by Maria G. Valdez 5/29/20

MAMBO's "Ciudades Durmientes" Exhibit Shot Via iPhone

This Museum's New Virtual Exhibit Was Shot Entirely With an iPhone, and the Photos Are Stunning

by Maria G. Valdez 5/28/20

What Is Amazon's El Presidente About?

It's Not a World Cup Summer, but I'm Getting Some FIFA Action Thanks to El Presidente

by Maria G. Valdez 5/28/20

Lali's Music Video "Lo Que Tengo Yo"

Lali Is Bringing Extra Joy — and a Potential TikTok Challenge — With Her Video "Lo Que Tengo Yo"

by Maria G. Valdez 5/26/20

Luis Coronel Releases New Album Una Historia Más

Luis Coronel’s New Album Is Much More Than Una Historia Más

by Maria G. Valdez 5/22/20

The Essentials For Working From Home

5 Essentials to Optimize Working From Home

by Maria G. Valdez 5/21/20

Sech Releases New Album 1 of 1

Sech's New Album, 1 of 1, Promises to Maintain His Status as King of Digital Charts

by Maria G. Valdez 5/21/20

Canela.TV Is the New Bilingual Streaming Service For Latinx

Finally! A Bilingual Streaming Service With Culturally Relevant Content For Hispanics and Latinx

by Maria G. Valdez 5/21/20

How to Get Free Mental Health Services For Immigrants

Roselyn Sánchez, Carlos Ponce, and More Latinx Celebs Rally to Support Immigrant Families' Mental Health

by Maria G. Valdez 5/23/20

Maluma Releases "ADMV (Versión Urbana)"

It's Official! Maluma's "ADMV (Versión Urbana)" Will Be My Wedding Song — Now I Just Need the Groom

by Maria G. Valdez 5/18/20

"Color Esperanza 2020" Released to Help COVID-19 Efforts

"Color Esperanza" Gets a 2020 Makeover With Thalía, Nicky Jam, and More to Help COVID-19 Efforts

by Maria G. Valdez 5/23/20

Residente's Intimate Video "Antes Que El Mundo Acabe"

Residente's Intimate New Music Video Stars 113 Couples From Around the World

by Maria G. Valdez 5/18/20

Where to Watch Rauw Alejandro's Concert Live From El Choli

Rauw Alejandro Is Making My Concert Dreams Come True With a Live Virtual Performance

by Maria G. Valdez 5/15/20

What Is Reggaetón Music?

Reggaetón Has Been Slowly Taking Over the World, and It's Headed to Global Domination

by Maria G. Valdez 5/14/20

Personal Essay About Family Gatherings Amid Coronavirus

I Can't Wait to Resume las Reuniones Familiares — but I Have to Admit, I'm a Little Scared

by Maria G. Valdez 5/14/20