Over the course of a career that spanned six decades and took her from humble beginnings in Havana, Cuba to a world-renowned artist in the United States, Celia Cruz became the undisputed Queen of Latin Music. Combining a piercing and powerful voice with a larger-than-life personality and stage costumes, she was one of the few women to succeed in the male dominated world of Salsa music. ¡Azúcar! The Life and Music of Celia Cruz highlights important moments in Cruz’ life and career through photographs, personal documents, costumes, videos, and music.

Celia Cruz became an influential and legendary musical figure—in her native country, her adopted country, and around the world. Listen to examples of her music at different periods of her career and view photos and costumes from throughout her lifetime.