Belinda

Belinda Peregrín Schüll, known professionally as Belinda, is a Spanish-Mexican singer and actress celebrated for her versatile career in Latin pop and television. Born on August 15, 1989, in Madrid, Spain, to a Spanish father and French-Spanish mother, she moved to Mexico City at age four, where she grew up immersed in the city’s vibrant cultural scene. Her early exposure to both Spanish and Mexican traditions enriched her artistic foundation, which would later shape her career. Belinda’s family legacy includes a celebrated French bullfighter, her maternal grandfather Pierre Schüll, and an entrepreneurial father with medical products factories across Europe.

Belinda’s entry into the entertainment industry began at just ten years old when she starred in the popular Mexican children’s telenovela Amigos x Siempre in 2000, capturing audiences across Latin America. She continued to gain fame with Aventuras en el Tiempo (2001) and Cómplices Al Rescate (2002), where she showcased her talents as both a lead actress and singer. Her success in these telenovelas paved the way for a burgeoning music career, with her 2003 self-titled debut album, Belinda, marking her official entrance into the Latin pop scene. Produced by a team including Rudy Pérez and Robin Barter, the album became a commercial triumph, selling over 1.1 million copies globally and yielding multiple top-ten singles, such as “Lo Siento” and “Vivir,” which further boosted her popularity.

Following her initial success, Belinda’s second album, Utopía, was released in 2006, earning two Latin Grammy nominations and platinum certification in Mexico. The album’s lead single, “Ni Freud ni tu mamá,” along with hits like “Bella Traición” and “Luz Sin Gravedad,” solidified her status as a leading voice in Latin pop. That same year, Belinda broadened her career by acting in Disney Channel’s The Cheetah Girls 2, which became one of the network’s highest-rated films. Her contributions to the soundtrack reached No. 5 on the Billboard 200, further extending her reach into North America.

In 2009, Belinda returned to Mexican telenovelas with Camaleones, and her subsequent music reflected a shift in style. Her third album, Carpe Diem (2010), featured a more dance-oriented sound and the hit single “Egoísta” with Pitbull. This album achieved gold certification in Mexico within days of its release. Catarsis, her fourth album in 2013, debuted at No. 1 in Mexico and showcased her growth as an artist with singles like “En el Amor Hay Que Perdonar.” Her 2013-2016 Catarsis Tour spanned Latin America, featuring elaborate stage designs and engaging performances, underscoring her dynamic presence in the Latin music world.

Belinda has also delved into film, voicing characters in animated features such as Trolls and its sequel, Trolls World Tour. In 2017, she made a brief appearance in the Hollywood film Baywatch, starring Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron. Additionally, she launched her own line of shoes, further diversifying her brand.

With over three million records sold, Belinda stands as the third best-selling female Mexican artist, and her contributions have earned her the title “Princess of Latin Pop.” As of 2020, she joined La Voz México as a coach, mentoring new talent and continuing her influence on Latin American pop culture.