Gloria Estefan and her husband Emilio receive the Legend and Groundbreaker Award in Miami

Gloria Estefan and her husband Emilio received the Legend and Groundbreaker award Monday afternoon at the inaugural breakfast at Variety Miami Entertainment Town in Miami, Florida, Florida.

The 64-year-old Cuban singer, who has won three Grammy Awards in a career spanning five decades, and his wife, 69, have admitted to bringing their native Cuban voice into the American mainstream.

Also, a longtime couple was applauded for their help. They paved the way for the Latin music crossword to explode in the late 1990s in front of a star-studded crowd to this day, including actors from The Real Housewives of Miami.

Ready for the red carpet: Emilio Estefan and Gloria Estefan on the red carpet before the ceremony

Strong couple: Gloria Estefan and her husband Estefan received the Legend and Groundbreaker Award at Variety’s first-ever Miami Entertainment Town Breakfast in Miami, Florida on Monday afternoon.

The Music of My Heart singer dressed to impress for the occasion wearing a stunning red skirt with a black blouse and a pair of strappy platform shoes coordinated with floral heels.

Meanwhile, his partner and fellow musician, who was the frontman of the band Miami Sound Machine, looked gorgeous in a black tuxedo and tortoiseshell glasses.

Latin superstars who have received several prestigious music awards such as the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the Kennedy Center Honors, the humble showed up from their hometown with this award.

Impressive: The 64-year-old Cuban singer, who has won three Grammy Awards in a career spanning five decades, and his wife of 69 years have admitted to bringing their native Cuban voice into the American mainstream.

Impressive: The 64-year-old Cuban singer, who has won three Grammy Awards in a career spanning five decades, and his wife of 69 years have admitted to bringing their native Cuban voice into the American mainstream.

Breakthrough Careers: Additionally, the longtime couple cheered to help pave the way for a Latin music crossword puzzle to explode in the late '90s in front of a star-studded crowd, including actors from Real Housewives of Miami.

Breakthrough Careers: Additionally, the longtime couple cheered to help pave the way for a Latin music crossword puzzle to explode in the late ’90s in front of a star-studded crowd, including actors from Real Housewives of Miami.

You look great!  The Music of My Heart singer dressed to impress for the occasion when she donned a charming red skirt with a black blouse and a pair of strappy platform shoes with coordinating floral heels.

You look great! The Music of My Heart singer dressed to impress for the occasion when she donned a charming red skirt with a black blouse and a pair of strappy platform shoes with coordinating floral heels.

“Being somewhere close to us is a word of honor and a privilege that we don’t take seriously and it’s very hard to believe I have to tell you,” Gloria said after leaving the reception.

Speaking about her success, the mother of two added: “We’ve just done our job, together, with our family with us for every job.”

Emilio recalled how in the early days of their careers they were called upon to abandon Konga dramas and even change their names.

Another cup in the collection: Latino superstars who have received several prestigious music awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom and Kennedy Center Honors, humbly emerged from their hometown of this award.

Another cup in the collection: Latino superstars who have received several prestigious music awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom and Kennedy Center Honors, humbly emerged from their hometown of this award.

Big Breakfast: RHOM actors put aside all animosity to meet music legends Gloria and Emilio Estefan

Big Breakfast: RHOM actors put aside all animosity to meet music legends Gloria and Emilio Estefan

Prestige: Stephens posed with Miami-Mother County Mayor Daniela Levin Kawa and Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber

Prestige: Stephens posed with Miami-Mother County Mayor Daniela Levin Kawa and Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber

“Being close to us is a word of legend and an honor that we don't take lightly and it's really hard to believe I have to tell you”, said Gloria upon welcoming them;  Photos (from left to right) Rodrigo Nieto, Gloria Estefani, Emilio Estefani and Jahan Wang

“Being close to us is a word of legend and an honor that we don’t take lightly and it’s really hard to believe I have to tell you”, said Gloria upon welcoming them; Photos (from left to right) Rodrigo Nieto, Gloria Estefani, Emilio Estefani and Jahan Wang

“We didn’t do that,” he said. “Because you want to be right about who you are.”

Breakfast supporters included Larsa Pippen, Adriana de Moura, Lisa Hochstein, Merysol Patton, Kiki Bart, Gerdi Abraira and Julia Lemigova.

Pipen looked unusual in a gray dress with cutouts down the middle, while Peton cut a graceful figure in a tweed dress with layers of Chanel necklaces around her neck and black boots.

Reality TV Stars: (LR) Pipen, Patton, Echecharia and Abraira posed in a group they filmed together indoors.

Reality TV Stars: (LR) Pipen, Patton, Echecharia and Abraira posed in a group they filmed together indoors.

Trendy fashion: Abraira rocked her straight legs in a beige-white miniskirt and funky heels adorned with lace and studs

Trendy fashion: Abraira rocked her straight legs in a beige-white miniskirt and funky heels adorned with lace and studs

Echevaria wore a black and green tropical midi dress with a heavy Chanel bag and waves in her blonde hair.

Abraira lifted toned legs in yellow and white thigh-high miniskirts and a funky heel that was adorned with straps and studs.

Adriana de Moura opted for a red jumpsuit, light yellow branches and oversized Gucci sunglasses.

Stellar Power: Kiki Bart (left) and Julia Lemigova (right) were also present

Stellar Power: Kiki Bart (left) and Julia Lemigova (right) were also present

play!  Pippen looked unusual in a gray dress cut in half

Chic: Echevaria announces tropical black and green midi dress with Chanel bag and wavy blonde hair

Chic: Echevaria announces tropical black and green midi dress with Chanel bag and wavy blonde hair

Classic: Python cut a slender figure in a tweed jumpsuit with layers of Chanel neck collars and black boots

Classic: Peton cut a slender figure in a tweed jumpsuit with layers of Chanel necklaces at the neck and black boots.

At the event, The Rhythm is Gonna Get You singer De Moura admitted in a video posted to Instagram that he is a huge fan of his show Bravo.

“Hey, I’m here with my girls. Real Miami housewives. I’m a big fan. I just watched season 4 because I was so busy and so proud of his performance! Go ahead girls!” The sigh.

De Moura also thanked Variety for bringing him and all of RHOM to the “list”.

Show Support: Breakfast patrons included artists from The Real Housewives of Miami including Larsa Pippen, Adriana de Moura, Lisa Hochstein, Merysol Paton, Kiki Bart, Gerdi Abraira and Julia Lemigova.

Show Support: Breakfast patrons included artists from The Real Housewives of Miami including Larsa Pippen, Adriana de Moura, Lisa Hochstein, Merysol Paton, Kiki Bart, Gerdi Abraira and Julia Lemigova.

“Hey, I’m here with my girls. Real Miami housewives. I’m a big fan. I just watched season 4 because I was so busy and so proud of his performance! Go ahead girls!” the sigh

Source: Daily Mail

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