Celia Cruz was a Cuban-American singer and songwriter who was known as the 'Salsa Queen'. She was a major figure in the Latin music scene, having won numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. She was also known for her powerful voice and unique style of singing. Cruz was born in Havana, Cuba, and moved to the United States in the early 1960s. She released over 70 albums during her lifetime, and was inducted into the International Latin Music Hall of Fame in 1994.