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Celia Cruz initially pursued a career as this before she switched to music.
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Cruz is buried with this item which she obtained from a trip to Cuba in 1990
What is a bag of soil?
Cruz is considered talented in this field, besides music
What is acting?
After leaving Cuba during the revolution, Cruz settled in this U.S. state
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Cruz was deeply involved in campaigns defending this right, speaking against the Cuban Revolution.
What is freedom of expression?
Cruz appeared in this movie in 1993.
What is "Carlito's Way"?
Celia Cruzs music was heavily influenced by these roots, leading her to incorporate Afro-Cuban styles into her music.
What is African Roots?
This school in New York was named in honor of Cruz in 2003.
What is the "Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music"?
Cruz appeared in this movie in 2001.
What is "Amores Perros"?
Cruz became the first black lead singer for this famous Cuban band
What is La Sonora Matancera?
Celia Cruz dreamed of having more women in this male dominated genre of music.
What is Salsa?
Through Cruz's career, she has won over this many awards.
What is over 100 awards?
Cruz was denied entry into Cuba due to this leaders reign.
Who is Fidel Castro?
Celia Cruz's album "La Negra Tiene Tumbao" peaked at #5 on this chart?
What is the Billboard Latin Albums Chart
Cruz is considered as a fashion icon, due to this
What is colorful style?