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The Astronaut
In 1993, Ellen Ochoa became the first Hispanic women to go to space. In 2013, she made history a second time by becoming the first female director of NASA's Johnson Space Center.
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The Triple Threat
Looking better than ever, J-Lo has broken boundaries by being a bona fide triple threat in the entertainment industry. In addition to her record-breaking record sales, the practiced dancer will also go down in history as the first Latina actress to make over $1 million for a movie.
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The Dancer
With seven Grammys under her belt, Celiz Cruz, aka the "Queen of Salsa," is one of the most popular salsa artists of the 20th century and one of the most influential figures in the history of Cuban music. Along with other Latin artists like Selena and Tito Puente, Cruz helped put Latin music on a global radar.
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The Up and Comer
The former Disney star has shed her teeny-bopper persona and grown into a full-fledged business women and philanthropist. In addition to touring and recording Lovato has created a scholarship program to help for treatment for mentally ill patients, and continues to serve as an ambassador for anti-bullying and a mentor for teens and adults suffering from eating disorders.
