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Jennifer Lopez, 54, names Chita Rivera as one of the Hispanic stars who blazed a path for her in Hollywood: 'She inspired me'
JLo named Rita Moreno, Chita Rivera as well as Sonia Sotomayer and Dr. Ellen Ochoa as some of hte women who have been trailblazers before her.
'I accept this award on behalf of all those who have built up our community long before me and those who continue to inspire – from Rita Moreno and Chita Rivera to pioneers like Sonia Sotomayer and Dr. Ellen Ochoa… and to Monica Gil and Karen Menendez Coller, who were both honored tonight. 'Our gala is an opportunity for us to honor and celebrate the amazing collective of Latino community advocates, philanthropists, business leaders, and public servants that make our work possible,' said Frankie Miranda, president and CEO of Hispanic Federation.' 'We thank our amazing Gala Chair Lin-Manuel Miranda and our stellar group of honorees – global superstar Jennifer Lopez, Mónica Gil, Macy’s and Centro Hispano of Dane County – for making this event so memorable and impactful for us and our community.
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