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Celia Cruz (Úrsula Hilaria Celia de la Caridad Cruz Alfonso (The Queen of Salsa Music, La Guarachera del Mundo)) was born on 21 October, 1925 in Havana, Cuba, is a soundtrack,actress,composer. Discover Celia Cruz's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is she in this year and how she spends money? Also learn how she earned most of networth at the age of 77 years old?

Popular As Úrsula Hilaria Celia de la Caridad Cruz Alfonso (The Queen of Salsa Music, La Guarachera del Mundo)
Occupation soundtrack,actress,composer
Age 77 years old
Zodiac Sign Libra
Born 21 October, 1925
Birthday 21 October
Birthplace Havana, Cuba
Date of death 16 July, 2003
Died Place Fort Lee, New Jersey, USA
Nationality Cuba

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Celia Cruz Height, Weight & Measurements

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Who Is Celia Cruz's Husband?

Her husband is Pedro Knight (14 July 1962 - 16 July 2003) ( her death)

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Husband Pedro Knight (14 July 1962 - 16 July 2003) ( her death)
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Celia Cruz Net Worth

Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Celia Cruz worth at the age of 77 years old? Celia Cruz’s income source is mostly from being a successful Soundtrack. She is from Cuba. We have estimated Celia Cruz's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
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Source of Income Soundtrack

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1925

Celia Cruz was born on October 21, 1925 in Havana, Cuba as Úrsula Hilaria Celia de la Caridad Cruz Alfonso. She was married to Pedro Knight.

1941

Died two days after celebrating her 41st wedding anniversary.

1959

Left Cuba in 1959 when Fidel Castro came into power. She and her band, La Sonora Matancera, toured Mexico for two years before finally moving to the United States, where she has since resided.

1994

She was awarded the American National Medal of the Arts in 1994 by the National Endowment of the Arts in Washington D.C.

2003

Biography in: "The Scribner Encyclopedia of American Lives". Volume 7, 2003-2005, pages 115-117. Farmington Hills, MI: Thomson Gale, 2007.

2011

Pictured on one of five nondenominated USA commemorative stamps honoring Latin Music Legends, issued on 16 March 2011; price on day of issue was 44¢. The other stamps honored Tito Puente, Carmen Miranda, Selena, and Carlos Gardel.

2013

She was inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame in 2013 for her services to arts and entertainment.