Telemundo to Air One-Hour Special DETRAS DE LA FAMA, 4/25

Rashel Diaz, co-host of TELEMUNDO's morning show "Un Nuevo Dia," returns this year to host "Detras de la Fama," (Behind Fame) a prelude to the 2015 Billboard Latin Music Awards presented by State Farm,® set to broadcast Saturday April 25 at 8pm ET/10PT on TELEMUNDO.

The special one-hour show features in-depth interviews and unforgettable moments with some of the biggest names in Latin music, revealing a never-before-seen side of J Balvin, Natalia Jimenez, Luis Coronel and Pedro Fernandez. Each opens up about their struggles, their determination to get ahead, and how this translated to stardom. The 2015 Billboard Latin Music Awards presented by State Farm® is the longest-running and most prestigious awards show in the Latin music world, and will be produced and broadcast live by Telemundo on Thursday, April 30 at 7pm/6c from BankUnited Center at the University of Miami in Florida. Fans can follow the excitement of the star-studded event on Twitter and Instagram @LatinBillboards and Facebook.com/LatinBillboards, and join the conversation using #Billboards2015.

In one of the most candid interviews that he has ever given, J Balvin spoke from his hometown in Medellin, Colombia, about his meteoric rise to fame, bouts with depression, relationship with his parents and even a recent breakup with a long-term girlfriend. The urban rising star is a finalist in 12 categories, and will be performing this year at the Billboard Latin Music Awards show. Balvin spent 10 weeks atop Latin Rhythm Airplay with "6 AM" featuring Farruko, his first song to hit No. 1 on the chart.

Spanish pop singer Natalia Jimenez returned as Coach on TELEMUNDO's highly successful reality music competition "La Voz Kids," now in its third season. Natalia Jimenez confessed to being bullied in school, performing in the streets, and how those experiences turned her into the strong woman she is today. Her success in the music industry is a testament to her determined nature and her hard work, which is revealed in abundance during her interview. The very private artist speaks candidly about her personal relationships, her struggles early in her career, and her plans for the future.

At 19 years of age, Luis Coronel has become one of Regional Mexican music's hottest stars, and one of the most popular artists in social media. He won his first Billboard Latin Music award in 2014, and is once again a finalist in 2015. During his interview with Rashel in Amarillo, Texas, he broke down with raw emotion about the tragedies in his life, including poverty, losing his home, and his father's deportation and sudden death. In a conversation unlike any other he has ever had, he also spoke to Rashel about how he copes with fame at such a young age.

Pedro Fernandez, a household name with a lengthy acting and music career, will co-host this year's Billboard Latin Music Awards. In an interview in Mexico City, while on tour for his most recent album "Hasta el Fin del Mundo," he opened up about sacrificing his childhood to support his entire family as a child musical artist. For the first time, the "La Voz Kids" Coach talks about the controversy around his decision to quit filming a telenovela in Mexico and the rumors regarding his wife's involvement in that difficult decision.

Hosted by the beautiful and talented actress and TV host Gaby Espino and renowned Mexican singer and actor Pedro Fernandez, the Billboard Latin Music Awards presented by State Farm will feature performances by Jennifer Lopez, Wisin, Daddy Yankee, Carlos Santana, J Balvin, Carlos Vives, Julion Alvarez y Su Norteño Banda, Ana Gabriel, Lucero, Alejandro Sanz, Roberto Carlos, Romeo Santos,Juanes, Natalia Jimenez and Afrojack.

See the complete list of performers, special honorees, award presenters and finalists; in addition to exclusive content about this year's event online atTELEMUNDO.com/PremiosBillboard - the official website of the 2015 Billboard Latin Music Awards presented by State Farm®

The Billboard Latin Music Awards honor the most popular albums, songs, and performers in Latin music, as determined by the actual sales, radio airplay, streaming and social data that informs Billboard's weekly charts. The event is the culmination of the Billboard Latin Music Conference, now in its 26th year and under the slogan "The Top Artists, The Top Trends, The Top Names in Music." The conference is the biggest and longest-running event dedicated to Latin music in the world. It takes place on April 27-30 at The Ritz-Carlton in Miami Beach, Florida, and is the "must-attend" event for top POWER PLAYERS in the industry, from label presidents to A talent, to top agents, managers, promoters, marketing and advertising executives and radio executives, as well as for those taking their first steps in the business. For information please visitBillboardLatinConference.com or email conferences@billboard.com

Billboard is the world's most influential music brand; built on the most complete and well-respected database of charts across all music genres. The Billboard charts define success in music. From the iconic Billboard magazine to Billboard.com which is the ultimate consumer-facing destination for millions of passionate music fans, to the industry's most elite conference series and influencer events including the Power 100 and Women in Music - the Billboard brand has unmatched authority among fans, artists and the industry alike.

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