Emilio Sosa Appointed Chair of HOLA and HOLA Awards During Organization's 50th Year

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The six-time Tony-nominated costume designer's credits include SWEENEY TODD and PORGY AND BESS.

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The Hispanic Organization of Latin Artists (HOLA) has announced that acclaimed Costume Designer , educator, and arts advocate Emilio Sosa has been named Chair of HOLA and the HOLA Awards.

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A celebrated creative leader whose career spans Broadway, television, film, fashion, and arts advocacy, Sosa most recently served as Chair of the Board of Trustees of the American Theatre Wing, the organization that co-presents the Tony Awards and serves as one of the nation's leading champions of theater artists and arts education.

Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in the Bronx, Sosa is a six-time Tony Award-nominated Costume Designer whose acclaimed work includes Topdog/Underdog, Porgy and Bess, Motown: The Musical, On Your Feet!, 1776, Ain't No Mo', Good Night, Oscar, Sweeney Todd, and A Beautiful Noise. He has received numerous additional honors throughout his career, including a Lucille Lortel Award, Drama Desk nominations, NAACP Theatre Awards, and the LA Ovation Award.

Beyond the stage, Sosa has designed for film and television projects including Descendants: The Rise of Red, for which he earned an Emmy nomination, Annie Live!, and The Great Lillian Hall , collaborated with artists such as Diana Ross , Mariah Carey , Gloria Estefan , and Usher.

Founded in 1975, HOLA has spent 50 years advocating for the advancement, visibility, and authentic representation of Latino artists working across theater, film, television, and emerging media. Through advocacy, professional development, community building, and the annual HOLA Awards, the organization continues to champion Latino excellence throughout the entertainment industry.

As Chair, Sosa will help guide HOLA into its next chapter while honoring its legacy as one of the nation's leading Latino arts organizations.

"My goal is to grow the organization while honoring its 50 years of service," said Sosa. "HOLA has been a vital force in creating opportunities for Latino artists and advancing authentic representation throughout our industry. I look forward to building upon that extraordinary foundation, expanding our reach, and helping create even greater opportunities for the next generation of artists and storytellers."

Sosa's longstanding commitment to advocacy, mentorship, and representation aligns closely with HOLA's mission. Throughout his career, he has championed access to the arts, supported emerging creatives, and worked to create pathways for historically underrepresented communities. He was previously honored by HOLA with the Ilka Award for Advocacy in recognition of his contributions to the Latino arts community.

"Emilio embodies the excellence, leadership, and service that HOLA has championed for five decades," said Ana Maria Estrada, President of HOLA. "His extraordinary artistic accomplishments, commitment to mentorship, and passion for uplifting Latino voices make him the ideal leader to help guide HOLA's future," said Angel Gil Orrios, Artistic Director of Thalia Spanish Theatre.

Under Sosa's leadership, HOLA will continue to expand its impact while celebrating the artists, creatives, and cultural leaders whose work enriches the entertainment industry and inspires audiences around the world.

For more information, visit HOLA at www.holaofficial.org .

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_Originally reported by [BroadwayWorld](https://www.broadwayworld.com/central-new-york/article/Emilio-Sosa-Named-Chair-of-HOLA-and-the-HOLA-Awards-20260610)._