WASHINGTON , Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SoundExchange announced today that Celia Cruz has been honored with the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award. Coinciding with the global celebration of the late Afro-Latina artist's 100th birthday, this honor recognizes the venerable "Queen of Salsa" as one of the most streamed creators in the organization's 20-plus year history of administering digital performance royalties.

Born in Havana, Cuba, in 1925, Cruz left an indelible mark on music and culture that continues to resonate globally. Her powerful contralto voice is instantly recognizable to generations of fans because her timeless music is interwoven with their lives. Cruz's musical career spanned more than five decades, during which she recorded more than 70 albums and sold millions of reco

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