Latinas Who Lead
This singer, known as the "Queen of Tejano Music," was one of the most influential Latina artists in the U.S. before her tragic death in 1995.
Selena Quintanilla
This activist refused to give up her bus seat in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1955, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott.
Rosa Parks
According to the Book of Genesis, she was the first woman created by God and the mother of all living.
Eve
This influencer-turned-entrepreneur founded Rhode Skin and is known for her "glazed donut" skincare trend.
Hailey Bieber
This tennis star has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles, the most in the Open Era, and is known for breaking barriers for women in sports.
Serena Williams
This Bronx-born congresswoman became the youngest woman ever elected to the U.S. Congress in 2018.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
In 2020, this politician made history as the first Black woman and first woman of South Asian descent to be elected Vice President of the United States.
Kamala Harris
This Jewish queen of Persia risked her life to save her people from extermination by speaking to King Xerxes.
Esther
This TikTok star became the first person to reach 100 million followers on the platform, skyrocketing to fame with her dance videos.
Charli D’Amelio
This U.S. women’s soccer player is a two-time World Cup champion and an outspoken advocate for equal pay in sports.
Megan Rapinoe
This Mexican-American author wrote The House on Mango Street, a groundbreaking novel about the Latina experience in Chicago.
Sandra Cisneros
This poet, author, and activist wrote I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings and recited a poem at Bill Clinton’s presidential inauguration.
Maya Angelou
This woman was the first to see the risen Jesus and was sometimes called the "apostle to the apostles."
Mary Magdalene
This rapper and social media personality went viral for her unfiltered Instagram Lives before becoming a Grammy-winning artist with hits like WAP.
Cardi B
This Olympic gymnast has won multiple gold medals and is known for her gravity-defying skills, mental health advocacy, and a signature move named after her.
Simone Biles
This astronaut and engineer became the first Latina woman in space in 1993 and later served as the director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center.
Ellen Ochoa
This NASA mathematician, whose work was featured in Hidden Figures, helped send the first American astronauts to space.
Katherine Johnson
This wife of Abraham gave birth to Isaac in her old age and is considered the matriarch of Israel.
Sarah
This YouTube star, known for her laid-back and relatable vlogs, quickly became a fashion icon and launched her own coffee brand.
Emma Chamberlain
In 2008, this athlete became the first woman to win an IndyCar race, paving the way for women in motorsports.
Danica Patrick
This labor leader and activist co-founded the United Farm Workers alongside Cesar Chavez, advocating for the rights of agricultural workers.
Dolores Huerta
This sprinter made headlines in 2021 after winning the 100-meter race at the U.S. Olympic Trials and became a prominent figure in track and field for her bold personality and incredible speed.
Sha'Carri Richardson
This Old Testament woman was a judge and military leader who helped lead Israel to victory against the Canaanites.
Deborah
This interior designer, known for her role in Fixer Upper, has become a household name and co-founded the lifestyle brand Magnolia.
Joanna Gaines
This WNBA star has won multiple MVP awards and is known for her leadership in basketball and activism for racial and gender equality.
A’ja Wilson