Date of Birth: September 1, 1957
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Biography
Gloria Estefan, born Gloria María Milagrosa Fajardo García, is a Cuban-American singer, songwriter, actress, and businesswoman. She was born on September 1, 1957, in Havana, Cuba. Gloria’s family fled Cuba for Miami, Florida, after the Cuban Revolution, and she grew up in the United States. She began her musical career as the lead singer for the Miami Sound Machine, a band formed in 1975. The group gained international fame in the 1980s and 1990s with hits like “Conga,” “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You,” and “1-2-3.” Throughout her career, Gloria Estefan has sold over 100 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time. She has won seven Grammy Awards and is known as the “Queen of Latin Pop.” In addition to her music career, Estefan has also written children’s books and co-owns several Cuban-themed restaurants in Miami. She is married to Emilio Estefan, a musician and producer, and they have two children together.
5 Interesting Facts about Gloria Estefan
1. Gloria Estefan was involved in a serious bus accident in 1990, which left her with a fractured spine. She underwent surgery and intense rehabilitation to walk and perform again.
2. She holds a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, awarded in 1983.
3. Estefan has a Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Miami.
4. She and her husband Emilio Estefan were awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2015.
5. Gloria Estefan is the first Cuban-American artist to receive the Kennedy Center Honors, awarded in 2017.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Gloria Estefan
1. “The most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched, they must be felt with the heart.”
2. “You can’t plan for the future, because some parts of your future are going to be determined by luck, and that’s a scary thought.”
3. “My music is the essence of who I am. It’s my heart and soul.”
4. “I have a very positive outlook on things. It’s part of who I am.”
5. “Music is a healing force in the world – it’s been there for thousands of years, and it will be there for a thousand more.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Gloria Estefan’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $500 million.
Children
Gloria Estefan has two children: 1. Nayib Estefan, born in 1980. 2. Emily Marie Estefan, born in 1994.
Relevant Links
1. [Gloria Estefan – Official Website](https://www.gloriaestefan.com
2. [Gloria Estefan on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0002065/
3. [Gloria Estefan’s Biography on Britannica](https://www.britannica.com/biography/Gloria-Estefan
4. [Gloria Estefan on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/gloriaestefan/
