Alexander Emmanuel Rodriguez (born July 27, 1975), nicknamed "A-Rod", is an American former professional baseball shortstop and third baseman who played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB).
He played seven seasons with Seattle Mariners, three seasons with the Texas Rangers and twelve seasons with the New York Yankees. Rodriguez began his professional career as one of the sport's most highly touted prospects, and is considered to be one of the greatest baseball players of all time.
Jennifer Lopez paid a gushing tribute to her fiance Alex Rodriguez and their "four beautiful kids" as she accepted the Icon Award at the 2020 Billboard Women in Music event.
The 51-year-old actress-and-singer followed in the footsteps of the likes of Alanis Morissette, Cyndi Lauper and Mary J. Blige in being honoured with the prestigious accolade, and in her acceptance speech she thanked everyone who has made her who she is today, including her mom, her family and even her ex-husband Marc Anthony.
The 'Waiting For Tonight' hitmaker was introduced at the virtual event on Thursday night (10. 12. 20) by her 'Marry Me' co-star Maluma, who hailed Jennifer as his "iconic friend".
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