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Pretenders' Hynde Felt Humbled at "Women Rock!" Concert
Friday, October 11th, 2002

After the "Women Rock! Girls & Guitars" concert at Hollywood's Kodak Theatre, the Pretenders' Chrissie Hynde said she had a great time with the other artists, but says she felt humbled by her co-stars. "Gloria Estefan had me, I thought I was going to lose it during my songs, because I kept thinking about stuff she was saying earlier on and everything. She's a riot, and really smart. I mean, I was like the dumb rock singer there. Everyone else was really the cream of their genre, and to get to sing on some of their songs, was fantastic for me."

Source: Darryl Morden, Los Angeles

"Women Rock!" Features Over 5 Gloria Performances!
Friday, October 11th, 2002

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The "Women Rock! Girls & Guitars" concert, which was hosted by Jennifer Love Hewitt, and featured Gloria, Michelle Branch, the Pretenders, Chaka Khan, and Lee Ann Womack, opened with all the ladies save Hewitt (who sang later) performing Khan's "I'm Every Woman." After that, Gloria, sitting on a stool, performed "Always Tomorrow" with her guitar. She then invited Chaka Khan for a medley of Gloria's "Coming Out of the Dark" and a song that Khan made a hit, "Through the Fire." Later during the show Gloria and Lee Ann Womack teamed up for a moving version of Womack's hit "I Hope You Dance." Another collaboration featured Gloria, Chrissie Hynde & Michelle Branch who sang the elegant ballad "I'll Stand By You." The requisite group finales were two-tiered, with an acoustic rendition of Bob Dylan's "Forever Young" and a spirited "I'll Take You There," another track made famous by Khan. Gloria, honored to be a part of this positive initiative, expressed how she got involved with the fight against breast cancer. "My best friend’s sister passed on due to breast cancer and that experience had a profound impact on my life. Any opportunity that I have to make women become more aware... I'm there!"

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Colin Powell: Estefans are "an Inspiration"
Thursday, October 10th, 2002

Secretary of State Colin Powell has lauded Cuban-American music giants Emilio and Gloria Estefan as inspirations for Hispanics. Powell hailed the couple for their contributions to American culture and civic good deeds, calling them ''an American success story'' at a State Department ceremony late Tuesday in Washington to honor National Hispanic Heritage Month. ''We're so proud of Emilio and Gloria and members of their family,'' said Powell, recalling that Emilio Estefan had arrived in the United States from Cuba as a 13-year-old unable to speak a word of English. ''His journey is an inspiration,'' he said, noting that Emilio had parlayed his success in producing not only the Miami Sound Machine, but also Jon Secada, Jennifer Lopez and Ricky Martin. ''His life is a living reminder to the Hispanic beat that is inside all of us, no matter where we came from,'' Powell said.

Source: Agence France-Presse

Gloria's Music Rocks Homecoming Parade
Thursday, October 10th, 2002

Octorara Area School District's 2002 Homecoming Parade had a new route this year - through the borough of Atglen. The crowds of spectators lining the streets were treated to a fine show from all the parade's perennial participants. Treating parade-goers to music was the OAHS Chorus, whose theme was "No matter what hardships life may bring, you can overcome adversity by taking control of your life." They chose Gloria Estefan's "Get On Your Feet" to illustrate its theme. The kids danced and sang so enthusiastically that their float literally rocked as it went down the street.

Source: Karen Neuhauser Ruppert

President Bush commends Emilio as "a Cool Guy"
Wednesday, October 9th, 2002

Today President Bush threw a White House reception in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. "Our country is a strong country because of our diversity," Bush told a buoyant East Room audience, mixing a smattering of Spanish into his remarks. "We welcome the great values that our Hispanic Americans bring to America, the values of faith y familia. Part of our entrepreneurial spirit is made stronger by the Hispanics who live in America." Mindful of the political importance of the growing Hispanic constituency, Bush took pains to introduce nearly everyone in the standing-room-only crowd — numerous Hispanics he has appointed to posts in his administration, Latin sports luminaries and presidential friends. This is what he said about Emilio who was in attendance: "I appreciate my friend Emilio Estefan, who is the producer of this outfit. (Applause.) You want to talk about a cool guy. (Laughter.)" After the ceremony, Emilio and a few other celebrities mingled with reporters in the White House driveway.

Source: Whitehouse Press Release

Lario's With New Personnel
Tuesday, October 8th, 2002

Casa Larios has opened its South Miami location, 5859 SW 73rd St. Jorge Larios, 40, runs the floor, sister Carmen, 36, manages the office and their folks, Quintin, 72, and Maria Teresa, 60, supervise the kitchen, which turns out breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. The family still operates Casa Larios on West Flagler, but is no longer involved in Gloria and Emilio Estefan's Larios on the Beach.

Source: The Miami Herald

Gloria has recorded new tracks, one songwriter known!
Monday, October 7th, 2002

Recently, Gloria recorded some songs written by Gian Marco for her upcoming albums!!! He has been selected by the 2008 Olympic Committee to write their theme; "So Much Love, So Far Away" in conjunction with Emilio and Jon Secada, which will make its debut in China in 2008.

Source: Gian Marco

Amanecer: Release Info
Sunday, October 6th, 2002

Jon Secada's forthcoming album, Amanecer, is scheduled to be released on October 22. As usual, Emilio is the executive producer of the project. The pilot single is "Si No Fuera Por Ti" but hopefully "Por Amor" will be the follow-up. You can now pre-order your copy of the album from Amazon, CDNow, CDUniverse, etc.

TRACK LISTING
01. Encierrame
02. Una Senal
03. Si No Fuera Por Ti
04. Me Cayo Del Cielo
05. Hasta Donde
06. POR AMOR (FEATURING GLORIA ESTEFAN)
07. Me Enfermas
08. Cuando Despierto
09. Ay Bueno (featuring Fernando Villalona)
10. Cuando El Tiempo Nos Castiga
11. Si No Fuera Por Ti - (Ranchera Version)

Emilio Signs Talented Young Actress to a Major Record Production Deal
Thursday, September 26th, 2002

Lindsey Lohan, star of the box office hit, The Parent Trap, has taken a pivotal step in the pursuit of her singing career by signing a 5 album production deal with Miami's acclaimed multi-GRAMMY award winning music producer, Emilio Estefan, Jr. The talented young actress, who began singing at the age of four, will be working with Mr. Estefan who will produce her first album and shop for a recording contract with major record labels on her behalf.

After an extremely successful acting career, this 16 year old, green-eyed, auburn hair teen is ready to take on this new challenge. As she prepares for the release of her upcoming movie, Freaky Friday, starring with Annette Benning, the young charismatic actress is already spending her off-the-screen hours recording music demos. Lindsay, who was introduced to Estefan by her management team, says enthusiastically "I am extremely excited to be working with Emilio. I am surrounded by a group of very talented people whom have made me feel like part of their family." With the support of her millions of fans worldwide, the young star vows to put all her energy and soul into her life long dream of becoming a singer.

Estefan, eager to work with Lindsay comments excitedly "the minute I heard her sing, I knew she was gifted. She is energetic and charming and has a very unique style. She is a great performer and has an incredible ability to connect with her audience. I am very excited to be working with her." As Estefan works with Lindsay to create her unique sound, encompassing a rock edge, Estefan stresses "that everyone will be very pleasantly surprised with this project."

Source: Newstream

Latin Artist Covers Gloria
Wednesday, September 25th, 2002

Jazz flautist Nestor Torres has found God in the melodies of Gloria, Enrique Iglesias, Carlos Santana, and Tito Puente. "Mi Alma Latina" is the follow-up to his Grammy-winning "This Side of Paradise" album and is being promoted in the smooth jazz world as "the Grammy winner plays the classic hits of Gloria Estefan, Tito Puente, Enrique Iglesias and more!"

"These are songs that I have loved for a long time," says the Puerto Rico-born artist. "There is a part of me in each song that is very very real. If you listen to "Rhythm Is Gonna Get You" by my dear friend Gloria Estefan, which I dearly love. Her place in Latin music in this country and worldwide is a place that you have to honor and recognize that at that point, you wanted her there."

Gloria Pays Tribute To Ricky Martin
Monday, September 23rd, 2002

The Emmys weren't the only awards handed out this weekend. In Washington, D.C., Ricky Martin was honored for his musical achievements and his humanitarian efforts at the 16th annual Hispanic Heritage Awards, PEOPLE reports. NBC plans to air the show Oct. 12.

Gloria and Trudie Styler, the wife of Sting, paid tribute to Ricky by appearing on videotape.

Women Rock With Gloria
Thursday, September 19th, 2002

Gloria will perform at the third annual "Women Rock! Girls & Guitars" concert hosted by Jennifer Love Hewitt. The concert airs October 25 on Lifetime Television, according to Variety. The event, put on by Lifetime Television and Marie Claire magazine, is benefiting the National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations, among others. Gloria spoke personally about the concert on ET last night mentioning that this will be something new for her fans. Other artists set to perform include Michelle Branch, The Pretenders, Chaka Khan and Hewitt herself.

Source: Lifetime Television

Latin GRAMMY Show Outrageous!
Thursday, September 19th, 2002

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Conceivably noticed, Gloria looked hot and young in various outfits during last night's Latin GRAMMY Ceremony. Some people interpret her hosting the event as producers' attempt to diffuse past controversies. The change in venue last year was denounced by the Estefans. Last year's show, scheduled for Sept. 11, was canceled because of the terrorist attacks, which co-hosts Gloria and Jimmy mentioned at the beginning of the ceremony. "This year, we come together at the Kodak Theatre, in Los Angeles, with a new sense of commitment to continuing our way of life," said Smits, as the pair paid a brief tribute to the attack victims. "We honor those we lost and those that helped us get back on our feet," said Estefan. "We love you, New York."

Emilio, Nayib & Emily were in attendance. Gloria was shown in a pre-recorded clip on Extra with Emily talking about her hosting the GRAMMY's. Emilio didn't take any awards home even though he was nominated in these 2 categories:

In English:
Modem | Broadband

In Spanish:
Modem | Broadband

Source: The Recording Academy

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Gloria & Emilio to Become Wallflowers at The Palm
Monday, September 16th, 2002

Getting a caricature on the wall at The Palm restaurant is either a sign you're a frequent customer, a real big shot or just someone with good connections.

When the chain opens its 25th location at the Village of Merrick Park in Coral Gables, many of those in attendance at the VIP event Sept. 25 will be the first 200 people lucky enough to become a part of the wallpaper.

The cast of characters reads like a Who's Who of Miami celebrities, business leaders, sports heroes and politicians. Among the smiling faces are Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Burger King CEO John Dasburg, real estate developer Armando Codina, Miami Dolphins coach Dave Wannstedt, car dealer Norman Braman, attorney Cesar Alvarez of Greenberg Traurig, Miami Heat coach Pat Riley, Miami-Dade Schools Superintendent Merrett Stierheim, singer Jon Secada and University of Miami President Donna Shalala.

Source: Elaine Walker

Gloria Shines at the Kennedy Center
Thursday, September 12th, 2002

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Last night, Gloria performed a heartfelt gospel-like version of her 1991 #1 smash hit "Coming Out of the Dark." Her sense of urgency and strength was evident in the way she channeled her vocals. You could see her trembling with energy. She had never sounded better indeed. President and Mrs. Bush, Secretary of State Colin Powell, national security adviser Condoleezza Rice and other dignitaries were part of the invitation-only audience. Bush said, "I want to thank all of the artists and all of the heroes who are here tonight." Among the latter, government and military personnel, emergency workers from New York, Washington and Pennsylvania, attack survivors and the families of victims were represented. A broad spectrum of artists was featured, including Placido Domingo, India Arie, Alan Jackson, Reba McEntire, Jane Monheit, Renee Fleming, Denyce Graves, Chris Isaak, Al Green, Josh Groban, Enrique Iglesias and the National Symphony Orchestra, led by Leonard Slatkin. Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani and Aretha Franklin, who had been scheduled to appear, were unable to attend because of deaths in their families. The program also featured film montages of Americana (including images from the World Trade Center), testimonies about the meaning of America from celebrities and ordinary citizens alike, and quotations from John F. Kennedy, John Updike, Mark Twain, Abraham Lincoln and Pericles, delivered by James Earl Jones, Lance Armstrong, Angela Bassett, Kelsey Grammer and others. "It was a very moving tribute. It was very fitting. Not a day goes by that you don't think about the lives that were lost," "a bittersweet occasion. It's a gift to the nation to remember and mourn and to honor and celebrate" were just some of the comments on the concert.

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Gloria's Everlasting Drag B-day Party
Thursday, September 5th, 2002

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Gloria celebrated her 45th birthday one more time last night at the Bongo's Cuban Cafe Club. EEI staff, friends and relatives all joined her upstairs in the guarded VIP section. The place had posters of GHV2 and vinyl covers of Gloria singles and albums all over. They also had a stage for the everlasting drag queens to perform. Behind the stage was a big video-screen that had a slide show of Gloria pictures from her album and single photo shoots (some of which never seen before). Gloria was just chilling up there, sipping on her cosmopolitans and judging the drag-queen Gloria-impersonators performing on the stage below. Emilio was not present because he was taking care of Emily (the nanny needed the night off). Nayib is back home and by the looks of it he will no longer be living in London.

Source: The Divas

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Gloria's Birthday - Spectacular!
Monday, September 1st, 2002

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This year Gloria and Emilio celebrated their 24th wedding anniversary and Gloria's birthday a bit earlier - on August 31st at Bongos Cuban Cafe in Miami. "Cotorreando" TV showed famous people who were talking about how great the party was. They were happy sending hello's to the Estefans. Just for the record the actual dates of the family festivities are:

Sep-01-02 ~ Gloria's 45th birthday
Sep-02-02 ~ Gloria & Emilio's 24th Wedding Anniversary and Nayib's 22nd birthday.