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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.

Latin Grammys 2019 Opening Number

The 20th Latin Grammys' Opening Number Proved How Awesome Latin Music Is, but We Knew That Already!

by Maria G. Valdez 11/15/19

Vicente Fernández at Latin Grammys With Son and Grandson

Vicente Fernández Performed With His Son and Grandson at the Latin Grammys, and Wow!

by Maria G. Valdez 11/15/19

Latin Grammys 2019 Red Carpet Photos

It's the Latin Grammys 20th Anniversary, and the Red Carpet Was as Extra as We Expected and More!

by Maria G. Valdez 11/14/19

Latin Grammys 20 Years Best Moments

We Took a Trip Down Memory Lane to Bring You the Best Moments of 20 Years of Latin Grammys

by Maria G. Valdez 11/13/19

Leslie Grace, Abraham Mateo Sexy Music Video "Qué Será"

Leslie Grace and Abraham Mateo Released a Video So Steamy, I Needed to Take a Few Minutes to Process It

by Maria G. Valdez 11/07/19

Netflix's Let It Snow: Isabela Merced Interview

Isabela Merced Is My New Girl Crush, and Once You Watch Let It Snow on Netflix, You'll Understand Why

by Maria G. Valdez 11/06/19

Latinx Celebrities Halloween Costumes

These Latinx Nailed Halloween With Spooktastic Looks!

by Maria G. Valdez 10/31/19

Tequila Cazadores Honors Day of the Dead With Special Bottle

Dia de Los Muertos

This Mexican Artist Is Inviting Everyone to Celebrate Día de los Muertos Regardless of Nationality

by Maria G. Valdez 10/29/19

Easy Halloween Makeup Video Tutorial

YouTuber Laura Sanchez's Halloween Makeup Is So Easy and Chic, I Want to Extend the Celebrations a Few More Days

by Maria G. Valdez 10/25/19

Mala Rodríguez Interview

La Mala Rodríguez Is Back and Badder Than Ever!

by Maria G. Valdez 10/25/19

Ne-Yo, Pitbull Performance at Latin AMAs 2019

I’m Over Here Picking My Jaw Up Off the Floor After Ne-Yo Sang in Spanish at the Latin AMAs

by Maria G. Valdez 10/18/19

Marc Anthony Latin AMAs Performance, José José Tribute

Marc Anthony Once Again Proved He’s the Ultimate Showman with a Tear-Jerking José José Tribute

by Maria G. Valdez 10/18/19

CNCO, Abraham Mateo Performance at the Latin AMAs 2019

Yes, Hello? I Need CNCO to Twirl Me on the Dance Floor Like They Did at the Latin AMAs

by Maria G. Valdez 10/18/19

Becky G Latin AMAs 2019 Performance Photos and Videos

Becky G Elevated Her Star Status After a Showstopping Latin AMAs Performance You Can’t Miss

by Maria G. Valdez 10/18/19

Jason Derulo, Farruko Perform "Mamacita" at Latin AMAs 2019

If There Was Any Doubt Jason Derulo Has Caribbean Blood, His Latin AMAs Performance Proves It

by Maria G. Valdez 10/18/19

Latin AMAs 2019 Red Carpet Fashion

The Latin American Music Awards Red Carpet Was Lit, and Just More Proof Latinx Are Always the Best Dressed!

by Maria G. Valdez 10/18/19

Rombai Behind-the-Scenes Video at Latin AMAs

Rombai Gave Me a Sneak Peek of How They Prepare For Their First-Ever Latin AMAs, and I Have Ganitas de Verlos!

by Maria G. Valdez 10/17/19

Who Is the Hot Greek Actor on El Señor de los Cielos 7?

Excuse Me While I Faint Listening to Greece's Hottest Actor Speaking Spanish in El Señor de los Cielos

by Maria G. Valdez 10/17/19

Who Is Jhay Cortez?

Jhay Cortez Is Definitely Putting La Presión on Other Urbano Acts With His Fresh Proposal

by Maria G. Valdez 10/21/19

Latin American Music Awards 2019 Rehearsal Photos and Video

I Just Got a Sneak Peek of What’s Happening Behind the Scenes Ahead of the Latin AMAs, and I’m Not OK

by Maria G. Valdez 10/16/19

How Telemundo's El Señor de los Cielos Has Improved

If You Love El Señor de los Cielos as Much as I Do, You Have This Badass Woman to Thank!

by Maria G. Valdez 10/29/19

Kelsey Martinez is Stepping Up Her Community's Game

How Kelsey Martinez Is Strengthening Her Community in an Unconventional Way

by Maria G. Valdez

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El Señor de los Cielos Season 7 Sneak Peek

Matías Novoa and Isabella Castillo Gave Me a Sneak Peek Into El Señor de los Cielos Season 7, and I Have No Words!

by Maria G. Valdez 10/14/19

CNCO Drop New EP and Hot Music Video With Manuel Turizo

CNCO Know How to Keep My Heart Racing With a New EP and a Sexy Music Video Collab With Manuel Turizo

by Maria G. Valdez 10/11/19