Ángela Aguilar Net Worth, Career, Personal Life, Awards and Recognition
Ángela Aguilar is a prominent Mexican-American singer with an estimated net worth of $5 million. As a distinguished member of “La Dinastía Aguilar,” she has made significant contributions to Latin music through her albums including “Nueva Tradición” (2012), “Primero Soy Mexicana” (2018), “Mexicana Enamorada” (2021), and “Bolero” (2024).
Her discography also features the EPs “Baila Esta Cumbia” (2020) and “Que no se apague la música” (2020). Aguilar gained widespread recognition after her memorable performance of “La Llorona” alongside Natalia Lafourcade and Aida Cuevas at the 19th Annual Latin Grammy Awards, establishing herself as one of the youngest artists to receive both Grammy and Latin Grammy nominations.
Early Life and Family Background
Born as Ángela Aguilar Álvarez Alcalá on October 8, 2003, in Los Angeles, California, she entered the world while her father, Grammy-winning singer Pepe Aguilar, was on tour. Her mother is Aneliz Álvarez Alcalá. Ángela’s musical heritage runs deep through “La Dinastía Aguilar” – her paternal grandparents were the renowned singers and actors Flor Silvestre and Antonio Aguilar.
Her family’s artistic legacy continues through her uncle, singer/actor Antonio Aguilar, Jr., and her brother Leonardo, who has earned two Latin Grammy nominations. Holding dual U.S.-Mexican citizenship, Ángela spent her early years touring Latin America with her brother and father.
Career
Ángela Aguilar’s musical journey began remarkably early. At just 9 years old, she collaborated with her brother Leonardo on their album “Nueva Tradición” (2012). By age 13, she made history as the youngest performer at the BBC 100 Woman festival in Mexico City, where she advocated for gender equality in the music industry.
2018 marked a pivotal year in her career. She joined the “Jaripeo Sin Fronteras” tour with her family and released her solo debut album “Primero Soy Mexicana,” produced by her father. Her performance of “Tu Sangre en Mi Cuerpo” at Premios Tu Mundo and “La Llorona” at the Latin Grammy Awards showcased her growing artistry.
Further career highlights include:
- Her appointment as Artistic and Cultural Ambassador of Zacatecas, Mexico in 2019
- Her first English recording – a cover of “Shallow” from “A Star Is Born” for the Recording Academy
- Release of “Baila Esta Cumbia” EP in 2020, paying tribute to Selena
- Successful albums “Mexicana Enamorada” (2021) and “Bolero” (2024)
Personal Life
In June 2024, Ángela Aguilar announced her relationship with acclaimed Mexican singer Christian Nodal, known for hits like “Adiós Amor” and “Ya No Somos Ni Seremos.” Their collaboration on “Dime Cómo Quieres” preceded their romantic relationship. The couple married in July 2024. Beyond her musical career, Ángela has shown commitment to civic engagement, partnering with Voto Latino to encourage Latino American voter participation.
Awards and Recognition
Ángela Aguilar’s artistic excellence has been widely recognized through numerous nominations and awards:
- Grammy nomination for Best Regional Mexican Music Album (2019)
- Three Latin Grammy nominations including Best New Artist (2018)
- iHeartRadio Music Award nomination for Regional Mexican Song of the Year (2022)
- People’s Choice Award nomination for Female Latin Artist of the Year (2024)
- Multiple Premios Juventud wins including Best Mariachi Song (2021) and Regional Mexican Album of the Year (2022)
- Notable Lo Nuestro Award victories: New Female Artist of the Year (2022) and Regional Mexican Female Artist of the Year (2023)
