The casting of Zoë Saldaña as Nina Simone in the 2016 biopic sparked widespread backlash for perpetuating colorism and erasing Simone’s unapologetically dark-skinned identity. From the use of blackface to a prosthetic nose, the film failed to honor the legacy of a woman whose artistry was rooted in her experience as a proud, dark-skinned Black woman.
Neoperreo marks a bold new chapter in Latin urban music, blending traditional reggaetón beats with futuristic sounds and DIY spirit. Led by Chilean artist Tomasa del Real and co-signed by reggaetón pioneer DJ Blass, this movement is pushing the genre’s boundaries while honoring its rebellious, body-celebrating roots.
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Dominican TV host Geisha Montes de Oca sparked outrage after performing in blackface to mock Afro-Dominican artist Amara La Negra, exposing the deep-rooted anti-Blackness still prevalent in Latin American media. What was framed as comedy quickly revealed itself as modern-day minstrelsy, reminding viewers that Afro-Latinas like Amara aren’t just fighting for fame—they’re fighting to be seen with dignity.
Shakira’s Fundación Pies Descalzos is reshaping access to quality education in Colombia. Learn how the foundation’s flagship school in Cartagena is empowering over 1,700 students with holistic programs, state-of-the-art facilities, and a community-driven mission.
In her editor’s note for Enlatinidad, Katelina “Gata” Eccleston lays the foundation for a bold new media space centering comedy, culture, and commentary through a Latine lens. With her signature voice as a reggaetón historian and cultural critic, Gata challenges stereotypes, uplifts Afro-Latinx narratives, and invites readers to rethink what Latinidad truly looks and sounds like today.
