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Jessica Alba honors Latina powerhouses in heartfelt Hispanic Heritage Month tribute


Her tribute was a reminder that culture lives in daily moments


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Shirley GomezSenior Writer
SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 10:11 AM EDT

Jessica Alba reminds the world that when Latinas shine, they light up everything around them. In a powerful Instagram post, Alba celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by spotlighting a lineup of trailblazing Latinas who inspire her daily.

The actress, entrepreneur, and activist wrote, “Crushing on these #Latinas who radiate poder, light, and love – celebrating our cultura every day through who they are and how they move through the world – today and always.” Her carousel of photos featured icons like Eva Longoria, Salma Hayek, Zoe Saldaña, America Ferrera, and Dolores Huerta, along with leaders, creators, and changemakers across media, fashion, and activism.

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Jessica Alba, Dolores Huerta, and Eva Longoria at the #CultureMakers event.

A Sisterhood of Influence

Alba’s post wasn’t just about admiration. It was a call to acknowledge the collective strength of Latinas who are shaping culture and challenging barriers. 

From Huerta’s historic labor rights advocacy to Longoria’s directing and producing, these women are more than celebrities—they’re cultural architects. Alba emphasized that they embody the very essence of poder (power), shining a light that inspires future generations to dream bigger.

Culture Makers: A Mission Rooted in Unity

The actress also reflected on Culture Makers, the initiative she co-founded with Tracy Brennan in 2023. The project’s vision is simple yet profound: celebrate and uplift Hispanic and Latin voices while fostering collaboration and connection.

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The project’s vision is simple yet profound: celebrate and uplift Hispanic and Latin voices while fostering collaboration and connection.

“When Tracy and I launched Culture Makers in 2023, our intention was clear: to unite, celebrate, and honor our Hispanic + Latin community,” Alba wrote. “That mission remains – fostering culture, collaboration, community, and connection – and it’s more important now than ever.” Her words remind us that heritage isn’t just about honoring the past, but about building pathways for the future.

Gratitude for the Collective Journey

One of the most striking parts of Alba’s message was her reflection on community over competition. She thanked the sisterhood of Latinas for proving that success is not a solitary climb, but a shared rise.

“To this sisterhood: thank you for reminding us that success isn’t a solo journey. That our greatest currency is connection. And that when we come together, we rise together."

Jessica Alba
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While Hispanic Heritage Month offers a platform for visibility, Alba made it clear this celebration isn’t confined to a calendar.

It’s a sentiment that resonates beyond Hollywood. Whether in business, art, activism, or everyday life, the idea of community as the key to resilience and progress feels more relevant than ever.

Celebrating Every Day, Not Just a Month

While Hispanic Heritage Month offers a platform for visibility, Alba made it clear this celebration isn’t confined to a calendar. Her tribute was a reminder that culture lives in daily moments, in how people show up, support one another, and continue to break ceilings.

“So here’s to culture, community, and connection,” she closed. “Here’s to abundance, expansion, and our comunidad. Besos.”

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