Karol G, the Colombian sensation, was celebrated with the prestigious Woman of the Year award at the Billboard Latin Women in Music gala, which aired on Sunday, June 9.
Despite being on her Mañana Será Bonito European tour, the artist made a heartfelt appearance via video to express her gratitude.
The emotional highlight of the evening came when Karol’s father, Guillermo Giraldo, affectionately known as Papa G, took the stage to share touching words about his daughter.
Reflecting on Karol’s journey, he expressed his pride and thanked the organizers and fans for the recognition.
“Today we’re here receiving this great recognition as Woman of the Year. We are very sad because [Karol] could not join us today as she is on her world tour… I’m very happy to be surrounded by so many stars, so many legends, so many talented women,” Papa G shared.
In her acceptance speech, Karol G expressed her gratitude to Billboard for the honor and reflected on the meaningful journey of her career. She acknowledged the collective effort of the women who have supported and collaborated with her, both in her music and her life.
Karol G’s speech was filled with emotion and appreciation.
“I feel very grateful for this recognition. I feel very honored for what it means, for the responsibility behind it as well… What a beautiful way to celebrate women, their work, their commitment, their discipline, their dedication, what we are as people,” she expressed.
She concluded her speech with a powerful message of encouragement to women everywhere, urging them to pursue their dreams and continue to make a positive impact on the world.
Karol G’s acceptance of the Woman of the Year award marks another milestone in her remarkable career, inspiring fans and fellow artists alike with her talent, dedication, and resilience.
