There are many so many ridiculous stereotypes about Latinas that are still circulating in this day and age and make us mad! Most of them are just myths. Hello, we're not all voluptuous, extroverted sex bombs with long, dark tresses. And there are too many of these nonsensical and oftentimes offensive stereotypes about Latinas to list. So instead, we want to focus on one that might just have a the ring of truth to it. You know the one about how Latinas age well? Let us make a case for it with the help of some of Latina celebrities who look fantabulous in their 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond.
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Think of Rita Moreno, who looks incredible at 90, or Raquel Welch, who is still all hourglass gorgeousness. Of course Jennifer Lopez in her 50s is the epitome of beauty, strength, and talent. And then there's Zoe Saldana, Sofia Vergara, Sonia Braga, and Salma Hayek, just to name a few spectacular Latinas who are older than 40 and look better than ever.
Why is it important to celebrate beauty at every age? Because ageism sucks and we need to raise children who don't perpetuate the idea that only the young are beautiful and valuable. Here's a list of 28 Latina celebrities who are showing us every single day that beauty, talent, and allure have nothing to do with age.
Rosario Dawson just gets better with age.
The thing is that Rosario Dawson has always been stunning. When she made her feature-film debut in 1995 in Kids at the age of 15, it was clear that the camera loved her. That was over 25 years ago! She's now in her 40s and the camera loves her even more than it did back then. It might be because as she has gotten older, she has not only honed her craft, she's really blossomed as a person and seems so strong and confident.
Jessica Alba is in her 40s.
At some point, Jessica Alba, who started acting when she was 13 years old, grew up and now she's in her 40s. Sure she was a cute kid, but dang she is a beautiful woman. She still acts and is a businesswoman as well as a mom.
Zoe Saldana is in her 40s.
What?! How is that even possible? Crazy, but it's true. She was born on June 19, 1978. Her "big break" was when she was cast in the 2000 movie Center Stage playing a dancer, which she is in real life. She was 20 years old at the time. Now, the mother of three continues to dance through life as gracefully and beautifully as ever.
Jennifer Lopez is in her 50s and thriving!
This fierce Boricua, born in New York City on July 24, 1969, was gorgeous in her 20s, but there are many who think she looks even better now that she's in her 50s. She clearly prioritizes her health and stays more fit than most people will ever be. She also continues to kill it in her career and shows no signs of wanting to slow down.
Sofia Vergara was born in Barranquilla, Colombia, on July 10, 1972.
The Modern Family star credits her amazing looks to a mix of genetics, exercise, and a good diet, mixed with a nice dose of sweets on the weekend. She entered her 50s looking as gorgeous as ever.
In her late 40s, Aracely Arámbula has an amazing career that includes singing and acting.
The Mexican actress continues to work hard at an age when so many women in the entertainment industry are expected to quietly retire and become irrelevant. Nope, she will not go quietly into the abyss as so many before her have had to.
Salma Hayek's career is booming.
She was born on September 2, 1966, which puts her in her mid 50s right about now. She has had a successful career and she's married to a billionaire. She doesn't have to work, but she continues to take on projects and works consistently in a highly inconsistent industry.
Patricia Manterola is 50!
The Mexican singer and telenovela star is living her best life. She's still singing, hosting programs, and being a mom. All while looking amazing. She frequently posts bikinazo pics on social media and no one is mad at her for it.
Maribel Guardia became an abuela in 2017.
She also went back to theater with the play Los Hombres son de Marte las Mujeres de Venus in Mexico City and worked on her music. The Costa Rica-born beauty is in her 60s and she's as fit as ever, if not more fit, and loving life.
Alejandra Guzmán was born on February 9, 1968.
In her 50s, the Mexican singer continues to perform and rock out while looking as hot and strong as ever. Live performances take a lot out of you, but this woman is indefatigable. She has so much energy.
Eva Longoria is 47 years old.
The Mexican American actress and activist is beautiful on the outside, and even more on the inside. In March 2017, she was number 42 on Rise Global's list of 200 Most Influential Philanthropists and Social Entrepreneurs Worldwide. She continues to use her influence to champion causes she believes in.
Daisy Fuentes is looking like a million bucks in her 50s.
The Cuban American star, who was the first MTV Latina VJ, is now focusing on her fashion and beauty brands, as well as on her marriage to singer Richard Marx. In this picture she's wearing makeup products from her own line.
Lucero was born on August 29, 1969.
In her 50s, Mexican singer and actress continues to stretch herself artistically, which is pretty impressive considering she has already had an incredible career that has spanned four decades. She has sold over 30 million records and in 2019, she released yet another album Solo Me Faltabas Tú.
Mariah Carey is 53.
The talented singer has been in the public eye since 1990 and she continues to look as lovely as ever. She continues to be considered the "Queen of Christmas" and in 2020 she published The Meaning of Mariah Carey, her No. 1 New York Times book.
Chiquinquirá Delgado turns 50 on August 17, 2022 and it's hard to believe.
The Venezuelan presenter credits her amazing figure to a low-carb diet, lots of veggie smoothies, and constant exercising. She's back on Despierta America, where she was a host from 2010 to 2012. She returned to the show to share good news in a world that's full of not so good news. Good for her!
Maripily Rivera turned 45 on June 15, 2022 and looks incredible.
After 16 years of living in Miami, Mariply announced that she was moving back to Puerto Rico. Why? Because she's performing in a play, Maripily y sus Dos Maridos. The title is definitely intriguing, right? She said she would be staying in Puerto Rico for at least a year, so it's probably not a permanent move.
Dayanara Torres had just turned 43 when she won 'Mira Quién Baila.'
In 2022, she will turn 47. And not for nothing, the Puerto Rican beauty queen is looking as gorgeous as the day she won Miss Universe in 1994. She is a skin cancer survivor—she was diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma in 2019—and has used her platform to inspire Latinos to get screened for skin cancer. She has been so effective at getting Latinos to make appointments that dermatologists call it the "Dayanara Effect."
Ninel Conde was born on September 29, 1976.
So she's in her mid-40s and El Bombón Asesino divides her time between work and her son Emmanuel, who was born in 2014. Beautiful mami! She also inspires her 5.3 million followers on Instagram with pictures and advice like: "The important thing is to maintain joy in the midst of adversity ❤️."
Paty Navidad is 49 and looking wonderful.
Recently, the Mexican singer and actor has faced a lot of criticism for conspiracy theories that she's posted about on social media. In 2021, she even had her Twitter account suspended for spreading false information. So, you know take whatever Paty has to say with a grain of salt.
Gloria Trevi turned 54 on February 15, 2022.
La Trevi continues to wow audiences during live performances. In 2022, she announced her Isla Divina tour with 40 confirmed U.S. dates, kicking off Aug. 13 at San Juan's Coliseo de Puerto Rico. “Isla Divina is a world where there are no wars, no pandemic, no violence, no protests,” Gloria shared during a press conference in Miami. “It’s a world without diseases, where we can laugh and sing, where there is equality. It’s a beautiful world, one that we all dream of and have inside our hearts.”
Giselle Blondet just celebrated her 58th birthday this year!
The Puerto Rican star is challenging people's outdated notions of what it means to be a woman in her late 50s. She looks marvelous. Can you believe she started her professional acting career when she was only 14 years old?
Angélica Rivera played the role of the first lady of Mexico in real life.
On August 2, 2022, the former first lady of Mexico and [former telenovela star] is turning 53. She was married to former Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto from 2010-2019. When their divorce was official, her ex-husband wrote via Instagram: “Today out marriage has officially ended, Angélica, thank you for everything.”
Paulina Rubio was born on June 17, 1971 .
La Chica Dorada continues to be golden, but that doesn't mean that she is immune to the same losses we all experience. In April 2022, her mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Then on July 2, 2022, Paulina shared on Instagram: "With my heart in my hand and profound pain, I want tell you that my mother, the beautiful Susan Dosamantes, starts today a new cycle, in total peace and surrounded by her family."
Carmen Dominicci was born on July 15, 1966.
The Boricua journalist looks gorgeous and healthy as she travels the world for her webshow Carmen Dominicci Trotamundos. This year she celebrates her 55th birthday and let's be honest, she makes 55 look amazing.
Raquel Welch was sexy as heck in 'How to be a Latin Lover.'
The Bolivian American actress was one of Eugenio Derbez's love interests in the hilarious movie. When the movie came out she was in her late 70s, now she's in her 80s and still shines bright because she will always be a star.
Rita Moreno is exquisite.
The Puerto Rican actress, born on December 11, 1931, is still killing it on red carpets. In 2022, she celebrated her 91st birthday. She is a living legend and her beauty does not fade. She is proof that you can be beautiful at any age.
Sonia Braga is a gorgeous grandmother in 'Wonder.'
The woman is 72 years old and will go down in history as one of Brazil's sexiest artists ever! She's always had extraordinarily lovely hair and lately she has embraced her natural grey—and it looks magnificent.
María Canals-Barrera was born in Miami on September 28, 1966.
Even though it's been years, she will always be Theresa Russo, aka Selena Gomez's mom in Wizards of Waverly Place to many. It's not because she hasn't lent her talents to other projects, it's just that we loved her as Theresa Russo.
