Gloria Trevi

Gloria de los Ángeles Treviño Ruiz, born on February 15, 1968, is a celebrated Mexican singer-songwriter and a prominent figure in Latin music. Known professionally as Gloria Trevi, she has sold over twenty million records worldwide, earning her the title of one of the best-selling Latin music artists in history. Her emotional lyrics and captivating performances have solidified her status as the 'Mexican Queen of Pop,' a moniker bestowed by Rolling Stone.

At the age of fifteen, Trevi moved to Mexico City to pursue her passion for performing arts at Televisa's CEA. In 1984, she crossed paths with record producer Sergio Andrade, who introduced her to the girl group Boquitas Pintadas. Although the group disbanded after a single unsuccessful album, Trevi's determination led her to record a demo in Los Angeles, which ultimately resulted in her debut album, ¿Qué Hago Aquí? in 1989. The album featured her breakthrough single, 'Dr. Psiquiatra,' propelling her into the limelight.

The 1990s marked a significant era in Trevi's career, with the release of several successful albums, including Tu Ángel de la Guarda, Me Siento Tan Sola, Más Turbada Que Nunca, and Si Me Llevas Contigo. These albums produced iconic hits such as 'Pelo Suelto,' 'Zapatos Viejos,' and 'Con los Ojos Cerrados,' establishing her as a pop icon and sex symbol. However, in 1997, Trevi withdrew from public life alongside Andrade, leading to a tumultuous period marked by serious allegations against them.

In January 2000, Trevi and Andrade were arrested in Rio de Janeiro, facing charges related to sexual abuse and forced labor. After nearly five years in pre-trial detention, she was acquitted in 2004, while Andrade was convicted. Trevi's life and career have since been depicted in the biopic Gloria and the 2023 TV series Gloria Trevi: Ellas soy yo. Following her return to the music scene, she achieved remarkable success with four number-one albums on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart, including Gloria and El Amor, and hit singles like 'Todos Me Miran' and 'No Querías Lastimarme.'

Recognized for her contributions to music, Trevi received the BMI Latin President's Award in 2016 and was inducted into the Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2018. Billboard has acknowledged her as one of the best female Latin pop stars of all time, and she was honored with the Legend Award at the Hispanic Heritage Awards in 2025, further cementing her legacy in the music industry.