Alet Viegas
Essay

Exclusive: How Drew Afualo Masterminded Her Billboard Women in Music Moment

Drew Afualo, *New York Times* bestselling author and host of *The Comment Section*, co-hosted Billboard’s 2026 Women in Music event, bringing fan-driven energy and authenticity. Leveraging Yahoo Mail’s Planner feature, she streamlined prep for the star-studded evening. Her role highlighted women’s collective power across music, spotlighting fan engagement via Instagram and TikTok. This moment underscored her influence as a cultural bridge—championing artists while amplifying audience voices on a major industry.

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