History of Don Omar in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 18, 2024

"Don Omar", born William Omar Landrón Rivera, is a highly celebrated Puerto Rican artist known for his contributions to reggaeton music. Considered by many to be the "King of Reggaeton", he is a rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. Both Billboard and Rolling Stone recognize him as a reggaeton legend, and his influence is evident in the work of many other Hispanic urban music artists.

February 10, 1978: Don Omar's Birth

William Omar Landrón Rivera, known professionally as Don Omar, was born on February 10, 1978 in Santurce, San Juan, Puerto Rico.

2003: Birth of Omar's Son

Don Omar became a father in 2003 with the birth of his son, Nicolás Valle Gómez.

2003: Success of "The Last Don"

Don Omar's debut album, "The Last Don," and its live edition, were certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in 2003.

2005: Latin Grammy Nomination

Don Omar received a Latin Grammy nomination for Urban Music Album for "The Last Don: Live [CD & DVD]" in 2005.

May 2006: Release of "King of Kings"

Don Omar's album "King of Kings" was released in May 2006, achieving significant chart success and further solidifying his position as a leading figure in reggaeton.

April 2007: Billboard Latin Music Award

Don Omar won the Billboard Latin Music Award for Reggaeton Album of the Year for "King of Kings" in April 2007.

September 18, 2007: Detention in Bolivia

On September 18, 2007, Don Omar was briefly detained in Bolivia due to a legal dispute with a concert promoter over a canceled concert. The issue was resolved, and he was allowed to leave the country.

February 9, 2008: Performance at "Concierto del Amor"

On February 9, 2008, Don Omar performed alongside Gilberto Santa Rosa at the "Concierto del Amor" event in Madison Square Garden.

April 19, 2008: Marriage to Jackie Guerrido

Don Omar married Jackie Guerrido, a forecaster and journalist, on April 19, 2008.

April 28, 2009: Release of "iDon"

Don Omar released his third studio album, "iDon," on April 28, 2009.

July 6, 2009: Release of "Sexy Robótica"

Don Omar released "Sexy Robótica," the second single from his "iDon" album, on July 6, 2009.

2009: Billboard Recognizes "King of Kings"

Billboard recognized "King of Kings" as the most successful Latin American album of the decade and the most successful reggaeton album of all time by 2009.

2009: Don Omar's Acting Debut in "Fast & Furious"

Don Omar made his acting debut in 2009, portraying Rico Santos in the film "Fast & Furious."

November 16, 2010: Release of "Don Omar Presents: Meet the Orphans"

Don Omar released the album "Don Omar Presents: Meet the Orphans" on November 16, 2010, featuring artists from his Orfanato Music Group label.

March 2011: Divorce from Jackie Guerrido

Don Omar and Jackie Guerrido divorced in March 2011.

2011: Don Omar Reprises Role in "Fast Five"

Don Omar reprised his role as Rico Santos in the 2011 film "Fast Five," the fifth installment in the Fast & Furious franchise.

May 1, 2012: Release of "Don Omar Presents MTO²: New Generation"

Don Omar released "Don Omar Presents MTO²: New Generation" on May 1, 2012, featuring Natti Natasha and other artists.

2016: The Kingdom Tour

Don Omar and Daddy Yankee, after a long-standing rivalry, announced "The Kingdom Tour" in 2016, surprising fans and leading to sold-out shows.

September 1, 2017: Don Omar Announces Retirement

On September 1, 2017, Don Omar announced his retirement from music after a successful career. He planned to end his career with a series of concerts in Puerto Rico later that year.