Latin superstar Ricky Martin is set to make history as he headlines L.A.'s Pride in the Park festival for the very first time. Martin, who is known for his chart-topping hits like "Livin' La Vida Loca," will be the first openly gay Latin artist to take center stage at one of the nation's largest Pride festivals.

Expressing his excitement, Martin shared, "I am thrilled to be headlining LA Pride in the Park because it's an incredible opportunity to celebrate love, diversity, and equality." Recognizing the significance of the event, he further added, "LA Pride is a testament to the power of community, the power of visibility, and the power of standing up for our rights. Being part of this vibrant community fills me with pride and purpose."

The Pride in the Park festival will be held at the iconic Los Angeles State Historic Park, with a capacity to accommodate up to 25,000 attendees. The festival serves as a culmination of various events taking place during LA Pride, which is organized by the nonprofit Christopher Street West Association. This year's celebration marks the association's 50th consecutive year of bringing the LGBTQ+ community together to celebrate and champion equality.

As the broadcast partner for LA Pride, ABC7 will provide extensive coverage of the festival and its events. Individuals interested in attending all of the 2024 LA Pride events can find more information on how to participate.

This groundbreaking performance by Ricky Martin at L.A.'s Pride in the Park festival promises to be a momentous occasion, highlighting the progress and acceptance achieved by the LGBTQ+ community. Martin's headlining performance is not only a testament to his talent and success as a musician but also serves as an inspiration to countless individuals around the world.