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On April 30, 2026, Billboard named Thalia its 2026 Women in Music Icon, recognizing her established music career, initially with Timbiriche and later as a solo artist, alongside her prominent roles in telenovelas such as "Maria Mercedes." The announcement followed the 2026 Billboard Women in Music event, held the previous night at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, which celebrated artists including Tyla, Teyana Taylor, and Laufey. Earlier on April 30, "KPop Demon Hunters" surged on the Billboard 200, the company's chart for the most popular albums and EPs in America. Also on April 30, Ella Langley commanded the Billboard 200 for a second consecutive week with her sophomore album, "Dandelion," which debuted at No. 1. This strong performance follows an April 28 report, which included a graphic illustrating Langley's significant progress in seven months, positioning her among top country artists.
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