Venezuelan singer Karina made a notable splash at the 25th Billboard Latin Music Awards in Miami, held on October 23. The 56-year-old artist turned heads with a daring outfit, becoming a major talking point of the evening.
Dressed in a shimmering, form-fitting design featuring strategic transparencies, Karina embraced a look that was both bold and personal. Far from merely following trends, her choice was an expressive act of freedom and humor, as she exclusively told Us Weekly en Español.
"You know what, after a certain age, one truly stops caring," she declared with a laugh, reflecting on her provocative ensemble. "Before, when I had everything perfect and people requested it, I wouldn’t do it. Now that I’m giving it away for free, nobody wants it. So, how wonderful. It’s a beautiful night, where we dress up, where we gather to honor music. I am music."
Adding another layer to her distinctive style, Karina revealed her outfit wasn’t sourced from a major fashion house but rather her own wardrobe. "This is from my closet, a simple little thing I had," she chuckled, noting she possesses it in various colors and had designed it herself from an online purchase.
In a ceremony packed with superstars like Bad Bunny, Karol G, Laura Pausini, Peso Pluma, and Daddy Yankee, Karina’s candidness and authentic presence allowed her to stand out. Her uninhibited approach made her one of the night’s most discussed figures, despite the array of memorable performances and special tributes.
For Karina, attending the Billboard Latin Music Awards transcended mere glamour, serving as a profound moment of reflection on her extensive musical journey. She observed that the awards did not even exist when her career began.
"It’s truly beautiful to effectively complete a full circle in music and to still be alive," she shared emotionally. "Not only musically, but alive, healthy, and able to witness this new world. I come from the era of vinyl records, and now we are in the digital age. It’s marvelous to observe music’s evolution and to remain a part of it."
This high-profile appearance comes as Karina continues a period of personal and professional reinvention. Following her participation in the reality show Top Chef VIP, she remains unafraid to explore new ventures. "It was fun for a bit," she said of the reality show experience, "I’m not accustomed to reality television, but one has to try everything these days."
Looking ahead, the artist excitedly previewed a new album project, a collection of duets, with Us Weekly en Español. "I’m going to make a duets album very soon," she revealed, anticipating collaborations with "the most incredible artists of my era," including Carlos Baute.
With her signature blend of humor, charm, and elegance, Karina reinforced her status as a beloved and irreverent icon in Latin pop. Her memorable turn on the blue carpet not only captivated attention but also delivered a powerful, timeless message: authenticity never goes out of style. As she playfully summarized the night, "Here we shine or we shine? I give you those two options."