Las Vegas announces "Julio Iglesias Day"

Las Vegas decrees "Julio Iglesias Day", and honors the singer with the "Outstanding Hispanic Award" (Máximo Orgullo Hispano)

Julio Iglesias will be honored by the Las Vegas International Press Association, which will award him the prestigious "Outstanding Hispanic Award (Máximo Orgullo Hispano)." In addition, the city government authorities will proclaim that day, “Julio Iglesias Day”.The event will take place on June 10, before the first performance of the artist, scheduled to take place in the Hilton Hotel and Casino, to be followed by two consecutive days of concerts in the Hilton.The distinction recognizes his brilliant career, spanning more than four decades, and his prominent presence on the stages of the world´s entertainment capital, as well as his contributions to culture and music. Pablo Antonio Castro Zavala, president of Las Vegas International Press Association, stated: ´´It´s a great honor for our organization to pay a deserved tribute to such a living legend as is Julio Iglesias. His music has been played all over the world and has had an enormous impact on all languages”.The Outstanding Hispanic Award (Máximo Orgullo Hispano) has been given in the past to such prominent figures as Vicente Fernández, José José, Luis Miguel, Juan Gabriel, Alejandro Fernández, among other international celebrities.

(from: julioiglesias.com)