The Most Trailblazing Women of 2016

With the New Year just around the corner, it feels right to pay tribute and give credit to the trailblazing women who made headlines this year. From the boardroom to politics and even entertainment, we’ve seen some incredible women dominating headlines, business, the big screen – you name it – and I couldn’t be more impressed.

Some of these awesome ladies are personal friends and some I have never had the pleasure of meeting, but they all have a few things in common: they’re bold, creative and do not let anything get in their way of going after a passion. Let’s take a look at the most trailblazing women of 2016.

The Most Trailblazing Women of 2016

Hilary Clinton broke down barriers and broke the mold when she raced to become the next U.S. President. No matter what your political views may be, as women we have to be proud that she saw her dream and went after it.

Everything we’ve worked toward comes down to today. Like this if you’re voting for Hillary. hillaryclinton.com/locate

A photo posted by Hillary Clinton (@hillaryclinton) on Nov 8, 2016 at 5:45am PST

Simone Biles became the most decorated U.S. gymnast ever in a single Olympics by winning four golds and a bronze.

give yourself permission to dream

A photo posted by Simone Biles (@simonebiles) on Dec 5, 2016 at 11:35am PST

My girl Jennifer Lopez lights up Vegas with an exclusive headlining residency, “All I Have.” “The show is going to be a multifaceted, high-energy ‘Jenny from the Block’ party, mixing all aspects of what my fans and I love.” (via Wikipedia)

Countdown is on!!! Only 2 shows left in this amazing First year! #ALLIHAVE #jlovegas #bestshowinvegas #grateful #proud

A photo posted by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo) on Dec 15, 2016 at 9:24pm PST

My good friend Leah Remini stood up against the Church of Scientology in her new documentary series, Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath.

You are seriously amazing! Thank you to all who support this series; You speak volumes to those who want to attempt to bully people into silence! And you comfort those who have not been silenced. Let’s meet again tonight! @aetv #scientologytheaftermath

A photo posted by Leah Remini (@leahremini) on Dec 13, 2016 at 1:38pm PST

Michelle Obama continued to pave her way as First Lady and even joined forces with stars like Missy Elliot at South x Southwest to show young people just how important it is to find your passion and go after it.

“The young people in this country keep me inspired because I see myself in them. I see that little girl on the South Side who was told she couldn’t. I see the scared kid, I see the kid with doubts. And I just know that if I can do this and be here you can do it, too.” –The First Lady. Yesterday, the First Lady was joined by @MissyMisdemeanorElliott, @QueenLatifah, @SophiaBush, and Diane Warren to talk about the importance of finding your passion and acting on it. #62MillionGirls

A photo posted by First Lady Michelle Obama (@michelleobama) on Mar 17, 2016 at 7:51pm PDT

Melania Trump stood by Donald Trump’s side as he campaigned against Hilary Clinton in the most heated U.S. Presidential race in history. She held her head high – no matter what. And, that’s pretty incredible. She will be the second foreign-born First Lady in history (via Wikipedia).

#Repost @ivankatrump ??? My family sat down for our first interview post-election with @60minutes. Tune in at 7pm EST to watch!

A photo posted by Donald J. Trump (@realdonaldtrump) on Nov 13, 2016 at 11:08am PST

These women have taken the world by storm in 2016 and each one of them is an inspiration to me and so many other women. I am so proud to be a passionate woman today and I can’t wait to see all of the amazing accomplishments and trailblazing women of 2017!