20 Famous Hispanic People You Need to Learn About

The United States wouldn’t be the same without Hispanic people: Colombia’s Shakira, Mexico’s Eugenio Derbez, and Spain’s Rosalía have left an everlasting mark in the music and entertainment world. American-born Hispanics, like Jennifer Lopez, Danny Trejo, and Eva Longoria, are also calling attention to their Spanish-speaking roots. What’s more, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor are giving Hispanics a powerful voice in politics.

Whether you enjoy Puerto Rican singer Ricky Martin’s best hits or you’re watching a film by Mexican director Guillermo del Toro, there’s no denying the significant ways Hispanics have contributed to U.S. culture. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’ve rounded up 20 famous Hispanic and Latinx people who prove that there’s beauty in embracing your heritage.