Macys Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Renowned Actress Gaby Espino

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Business Wire 20-Sep-2017 9:00 AM
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A series of events at six stores across the country will bring to life the rich legacy of achievement and entertainment of Hispanic Americans in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- This fall, Macys is once again set to honor the rich legacy and cultural impact of Hispanic Americans, during its annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations. Customers nationwide will have the opportunity to attend special in-store events focused on exploring and exalting Hispanic and Latino culture, in particular the impact Latinas have had on entertainment. Helping Macys celebrate will be celebrity guest, Gaby Espino. Espino is a renowned actress and television host who has had leading roles in 17 telenovelas watched in more than 90 countries. The spirited in-store events will explore the art of the telenovela and highlight how it has become a staple of Spanish language entertainment and a genre that has had the ability to capture the attention of multiple generations. Macys and Gaby Espino will host crossgenerational, in-depth conversations around Hispanic Heritage that celebrate the future while paying tribute to the past.
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Gaby Espino celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month with Macys (Photo: Business Wire)
Macys is honored to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with our customers and associates every year, said Kristyn Doar-Page, Macys vice president of Diversity Strategies. We believe it is important to support the communities we serve and recognize the many contributions Latinos have made over generations, achievements that are an integral part of American culture today. We are excited to welcome Gaby Espino to our stores for fun dialogues on the role of telenovelas in both entertainment and as a core component of Hispanic family life.
Gaby Espino is an actress, television host, leading Latina influencer, and Venezuelan native. Espino has spent years in the international spotlight, starring in dozens of telenovelas and films. In addition to her leading roles, she has hosted the Latin Billboard Music Awards, presented at Premios Tu Mundo and launched a lifestyle channel Mi Vida, Mi Estil. Espino also has a large social media presence, with more than 18 million followers worldwide.
It is an honor to partner with such an inspiring company that is so involved with the community and with such a great commitment to promoting and spreading culture and all of the aspects that make each important, Espino said. I am grateful to represent the Latino/Hispanic community and to be able to take part in Macy's mission to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
Macys Hispanic Heritage Month events will take place at stores across the country includingChicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City and San Jose, CA. Customers will have the opportunity to be part of an in-depth discussion with Gaby Espino about her cultural heritage and the role it has played in her lifestyle and career. Each event will also include local commentators who will help elaborate on the topic.
Macys Hispanic Heritage Month events will take place at the following locations:
Macys Herald Square New York CityThursday, Sept. 21at6 p.m.MacysWestlandMiamiSaturday, Sept. 30at3 p.m.MacysState StreetChicagoWednesday, Oct. 4at5:30 p.m.Macys Valley FairSan Jose, CA Wednesday, Oct. 11at6 p.m.Macys Memorial CityHouston Thursday, Oct. 12 at6:30 p.m.MacysDowneyLos AngelesSaturday, Oct. 14at3 p.m.
For complete details on Macys Hispanic Heritage Month Events, please visitwww.macys.com/celebrate.
About Macys
Macy's, the largest retail brand ofMacy's, Inc.(NYSE:M) delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at approximately 670 locations in 45 states, theDistrict of Columbia,Puerto RicoandGuam, as well as to customers in the U.S. and more than 100 international destinations through its leading online store at macys.com. Via its stores, e-commerce site, mobile and social platforms,Macy'soffers distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home.Macy'sis known for such epic events asMacy's4th ofJuly Fireworksand the MacysThanksgiving Day Parade, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances.Macy'sflagship stores including Herald SquareinNew York City,Union SquareinSan Francisco,State StreetinChicago, and Dadeland inMiamiandSouth Coast Plazain southernCalifornia are known internationally and are leading destinations for visitors. Building on a more than 150-year tradition, and with the collective support of customers and employees,Macy'shelps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities giving more than$54 millioneach year, plus 180,000 hours of volunteer service, to help make a difference in the lives of our customers.
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