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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.

Anuel, Farruko Premios Juventud Performance and Speech

Anuel and Farruko Call Out Puerto Rico Governor During Premios Juventud Performance and Ask Him to Resign With Dignity

by Maria G. Valdez 7/19/19

Daddy Yankee Speech at Premios Juventud 2019

Daddy Yankee Calls For Puerto Rico Governor's Resignation While Accepting Premio Juventud Award

by Maria G. Valdez 7/19/19

Premios Juventud 2019 Red Carpet Photos

The Hottest Latinx Celebs Hit the Premios Juventud Red Carpet, and Boy Did They Deliver

by Maria G. Valdez 7/19/19

Celebrities Call For Peaceful Puerto Rico Protests

Bad Bunny, Residente, Daddy Yankee, and More Artists Call For Peaceful Puerto Rico Protests

by Maria G. Valdez 7/18/19

Leslie Grace Tips For Summer Natural Glow

4 Tips Leslie Grace Swears By to Achieve a Natural Glow For Summer

by Maria G. Valdez 7/17/19

J Lo Reschedules Show After NYC Blackout and Delivers

J Lo's Rescheduled NYC Concert Proved Her Latina Role Model Status

by Maria G. Valdez 7/16/19

Cali y El Dandee, Greeicy, Jhay Cortez Release "Solo Mia"

Cali y El Dandee Released “Solo Mia” With Greeicy and Jhay Cortez, and They Have Brujería to Thank For the Video

by Maria G. Valdez 7/15/19

One Day at a Time's Revival Is a Huge Win For Representation

One Day at a Time

What One Day at a Time Means to Me as a Latina Looking For Representation on TV

by Maria G. Valdez 6/28/19

Karol G Becomes New Urban Decay Ambassador

Karol G Looks Fierce AF as Urban Decay's New Ambassador, and, Yes, Girl — Bring That Latina Representation!

by Maria G. Valdez 6/27/19

Summer Hair and Skin Trends

¡Qué Calor! Keep it Fresh This Summer From Head to Toe With These Hot Trends

by Maria G. Valdez

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Prince Royce Gets Sexy on Lip Sync Battle

Lip Sync Battle

Prince Royce Brings the Latin Heat to Lip Sync Battle, and I Need a Moment to Collect Myself

by Maria G. Valdez 6/26/19

Diane Guerrero Upcoming Projects and Initiatives

Diane Guerrero Continues to Make the World a Better Place, and We’d Love to Be Her BFF

by Maria G. Valdez 6/24/19

Unexpected Places That Need Childproofing

Unexpected Areas en Tu Casa That Could Use a Kid-Safety Upgrade

by Maria G. Valdez

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Father's Day: Breaking Latino Dad Stereotypes

My Dominican Dad Is Not Afraid of Breaking These Latinx Stereotypes — and It Makes Me Love Him More

by Maria G. Valdez 6/14/19

Jennifer Lopez It's My Party Tour Behind the Scenes

I Got the Inside Scoop on J Lo's It's My Party Tour, and I'm Convinced She's the Greatest Show-Woman Ever

by Maria G. Valdez 6/13/19

The Mama Squad Tackles Children's Birthday Parties

How to Prep For Your Children’s Cumpleaños: These Mamás Get Real

by Maria G. Valdez

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Fun Summer Activities With Your Best Friends

How to Have an Amazing Summer Weekend With Your Besties

by Maria G. Valdez

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Summer Hair and Makeup Looks With Latinx-Owned Beauty Brands

Renueva Tu Summer Look With These Products From Latinx-Owned Beauty Brands

by Maria G. Valdez 6/06/19

Daniela Pierre Bravo, Mika Brzezinski Launch Book Earn It!

From DREAMer to TV Producer and Author: Daniela Pierre Bravo Is Inspiring the Next Generation of Latinx

by Maria G. Valdez 5/29/19

Juanes, Alessia Cara Release Music Video For "Querer Mejor"

Alessia Cara Sings in Spanish With Juanes, and It’s Making Us Feel Like the Heart-Eye Emoji!

by Maria G. Valdez 5/24/19

STRONG by Zumba Partners With Producer Sevn Thomas

I Didn’t Think I Could Take a Fitness Class Without Latin Music, but STRONG by Zumba Proved Me Wrong

by Maria G. Valdez 5/23/19

J Balvin Talks Year of Firsts, Tour on Tonight Show

J Balvin Has Me Feeling Some Kind of Vibras With All the Amazing Things He’s Doing For the Culture

by Maria G. Valdez 5/22/19

Romeo Santos Brings Utopia The Concert to MetLife Stadium

Romeo Santos Booked the Most Extra Venue For His Concert, and I’m Totally Here For This

by Maria G. Valdez 5/21/19