Luis Fonsi

Luis Fonsi, born on April 15, 1978, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is an internationally renowned singer, songwriter, and actor known for his contributions to Latin music and global pop culture. He gained worldwide recognition with his 2017 hit single "Despacito," featuring Daddy Yankee, which became a record-breaking phenomenon, topping charts in over 50 countries and earning multiple awards, including Latin Grammys. Fonsi began his music career in 1998 with his debut album, "Comenzaré," which established him as a rising star in Latin pop. Subsequent albums, such as "Eterno" (2000) and "Amor Secreto" (2002), solidified his position as a leading artist. In 2019, he released "Vida," which included the chart-topping tracks "Échame la Culpa" (featuring Demi Lovato) and "Calypso." In addition to his music career, Fonsi has ventured into acting, appearing in television shows like "Love & Hip Hop: Miami" (VH1, 2018-) and guest roles in "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and "Jane the Virgin." He also served as a coach on "The Voice" (Spain, 2019) and appeared on "We Are Family" (Fox, 2024-). Fonsi continues to create music that transcends cultural and linguistic barriers, with recent releases like the album "El Viaje" (2024) and collaborations with artists such as Rauw Alejandro and Sebastián Yatra. His ongoing work solidifies his legacy as a global music icon and ambassador of Latin culture.