The 2009 Alma Awards Show Breakdown: Selena Gomez + Benjamin Bratt + George Lopez + David Archuleta + Eva Longoria + Edward James Olmos + Pitbull+ Oscar de la Hoya and More!
Oh, look it was Los Angeles mayor Antonio Vallaraigosa, taking some time from his philandering schedule to be at an honorary event. Isn’t he handsome though; he looks like an entertainment celebrity almost.
I wonder how many people really paid attention to what he was saying when he came on the stage. Maybe they were thinking about his, um, little adventures with female TV anchors.
Francia Raisa, I want that dress, girl. Wow, royal blue is definitely her color.
Ooh, I’m going to have to sneak in this photo of her on the red carpet prior to the start of the actual show. She’s just gorgeous.
That Mexican-Honduran looks like a doll, practically. Okay, Hollywood, and she needs something more than that The Secret Life of the American Teenager role to fill up her days, thank you very much.
Eva Longoria was the host for the night. I’m not liking that dress of hers at all. The material is okay. It looks like refined taffeta, but the style of the dress is another matter.
Edward James Olmos came out of his hiding place to attend the Awards.
The ever-adorable David Archuleta performed at the show.
John Leguizamo accepted his award for Best Actor in a film for his role in Freddie Rodriguez’s film Nothing Like the Holidays.
Dania Ramirez and Amaury Nolasco presented an award as well. While we have those two in front of us, don’t they look like they could make a great couple? I’m just saying…
Is it too late for me to take back what I had said about Eva Longoria’s gown earlier? Wow, from this angle, it looks rather good. Something I’d wear, even.
And look, it’s James Edward Olmos all smiles, as he gives the recently retired Oscar de la Hoya a Special Achievement in Sports Television.
Roselyn Sanchez and Cristian de la Fuente presented an award.
I know it seems as if I say this about every pair that presents awards, but doesn’t Mrs. Eric Winter looks like she and Cristian could have been a glamorous couple?
E.Lo came out wearing yet another sweeping creation.
Mr. 305 rocked the house.
Is Pitbull like the most glamorous Latino rapper or what?
This man never hits the stage without his well-tailored linen suits. Talk about a cosmopolitan rappero!
G.Lo goofs around on the stage. Gosh, I miss his show.
Eva changed into yet another dress. Doesn’t it remind you of Scarlett O’Hara’s dress made from her mother’s curtains from the movie Gone with The Wind.
And the woman of the hour, the one who made it all possible, NCLR president and CEO Janet Murguia.
Too bad that dress she has on is all wrong for her. She should not have gone for something off the shoulder at all, with her ample, er, endowments. That dress looks too much like a mother-of-the-bride dress at some 1990s Latina wedding, or a 1980s dress for a Latina mom celebrating her daughter’s quince. And some of the layers of the dress look like they could have benefited from some steaming from the Dry Cleaner.
Oh, well, at least Ms. Murgia has a good heart. I’m sure that’s a trait that matters somewhat somewhere in some universe.
Jimmy Smits gives her a well-deserved hug. Aww.
Wow, now this was probably Eva’s best change of outfit dress all night. I’m speechless. Oh, hi, George.
Cuban mami Soledad O’Brien took the stage. Now, you’d think that all this time she spends on CNN wearing those run-of-the-mill anchor suits, you’d think on one of those rare days that she comes on the spotlight and has the opportunity to show off, she’d wear something dazzling.
But no.
She chose to wear that old thing. And she didn’t even try to do something with her hair. An updo, and not that boring sweep she does with it all the time.
Benjamin Bratt and his cute face were there. Is that gray Benjie in your beard? Don’t you know you’re in an ageism-laden industry, my boy? Somebody nudge him and pass him some hair dye, please!
He received his Year in Television Drama Actor award for “The Cleaner” . Congratulations Ben.
Eva de la Rue and Jake T. Austin, as he accepts his award. I’m really liking Eva’s dress. Nice.
Efren Ramirez, your suit looks nice and all, but those glasses really have to go. I understand the nerdy look is trending, but this isn’t a good nerdy look.
Activist Raoul Yzaguirre was present as well.
And our girl Selena Gomez also accepted her award for Best Actress for her role on Disney’s The Wizards of Waverly Place.
Puerto Rican cutie Jordana Brewster and fellow presenter Enrique Murciano. Jordana, do you think I could have that bracelet.
Everyone who attended the Alma Awards got a Backstage Creations goody bag. Oh, the goodies! I’m so jealous; needless to say.
Photos: Robert Benson/Getty; and Kevork Djansezian/Getty
Trudy
Comment made on September 18, 2009 at 5:45 pmCongratulations David Archuleta!!! I can’t wait to see the show tonight and see David accept his award and hear him sing! I just think David is an amazing singer/songwriter! He is just totally amazing! and I love his phenomenal voice!
brooke
Comment made on September 18, 2009 at 7:56 pmawesome
gloria
Comment made on September 18, 2009 at 10:13 pmDAVID ARCHULETA sang “contigo en la distancia” wow he was soo FREAKING AMAZING
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Rose
Comment made on September 19, 2009 at 5:48 pmI’ve seen David Archuleta hold the award he so richly deserved. Why didn’t we get to see them presenting it to him? What a shame. That would have been wonderful. Is there a site where we can go to see the presentation?
David was absolutely the best thing that show had going for it. He was amazing!!!!!! While I would rather have him sing an English song, I know it could never be better than that was.
pam05
Comment made on September 30, 2009 at 7:07 amhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wsn28fYpe4Y
David Archuleta - “Christmas From The Heart” Album Samples
David Archuleta has a Christmas Album coming out Oct.13th, it is available at Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Barnes & Noble.
Included will be a song song in Spanish, & French!
GGdoorsfan
Comment made on September 30, 2009 at 7:54 amcongrats to david for the ”male rising star” honor. he proved just how much he deserved this honor by singing a stunning rendition of ”contigo en la distancia” on the awards show. people are still buzzing and lauding this performance, and i’m sure they will for a long time to come.
lct
Comment made on September 30, 2009 at 2:21 pmWhy are all the comments about David Archuleta? I guess for the same reason I’m going to comment about him, too! He is one hot Latino AND so so talented! ALMA awards thank you for having him perform - it was such a nice addition to the show this year and I hope you consider having him again next year!
Sparkles2
Comment made on October 2, 2009 at 4:26 pmDavid Archuleta did an awesome job on the award show. His singing was beyond amazing. What an awesome talent. Congratulations to David on his ALMA award for NCLR Male Rising Star. He is truly a star.
VJ
Comment made on October 3, 2009 at 9:32 amYep. I, too, have to say…thanks sooo much for recognizing David Archuleta and having him perform on the show! GAH! It was a nice refreshing change from the rest, and his voice and passion are out of this world amazing. Great things are ahead for him. And he’s cute, too boot!
Nice to see Selena and Benjamin Bratt, too! And Eva and George had great chemistry.
pam05
Comment made on October 6, 2009 at 10:39 amFYI
David Archuleta - “Christmas From The Heart” Album Samples
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wsn28fYpe4Y
Take a listen, you won’t regret it, I promise you “-)
His album is due to drop Oct. 13th, you can purchase it at Amazon, itunes, Walmart & Barnes & Noble. He is currently high on the Best Selling Holiday Charts!!!
hollyre
Comment made on October 6, 2009 at 10:58 amI LOVED David Archuleta’s performance. He truly is a talented artist in many different genre. Great award for David and his talent.
jess
Comment made on October 6, 2009 at 11:00 amCan’t wait for the album!
joelhss
Comment made on October 6, 2009 at 11:34 amCongratulations to David on his Alma award. It is wonderful to see this amazingly talented young man get recognition for his musicality and artistry. The fact that he is has a humble, caring, and kind soul makes him a perfect role model for young and old alike. If you follow David, you can’t help but want to be a better person.
I can’t wait for his Christmas CD. Please follow Pam05’s lead and listen to the samples on youtube.
casey
Comment made on October 6, 2009 at 12:19 pmI especially enjoyed David Archuleta and Eva Longoria. The song David Archuleta sang was very beautiful and Eva can sure wear her some clothes!
Thanks for the recap!
lct
Comment made on October 6, 2009 at 1:09 pmHey thanks Pam05! I went over to check out the snippets and they were sensational especially Ave Maria and the Spanish song! I am Latina and I can’t wait to buy his album for several of the songs!
yolanda
Comment made on October 6, 2009 at 4:48 pmDavid was the most refreshing sight on Alma Awards. Too bad they did not show him receiving his award. Anyway, congrats to him and Contigo performance was brilliant!!
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