LAS VEGAS — It was no surprise that the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards belonged to Bad Bunny. The Puerto Rican superstar took home the coveted Album of the Year award for his groundbreaking album Debí Tirar Más Fotos. In his acceptance speech, he thanked his family, collaborators, and the fans, ending with a heartfelt message: “Puerto Rico, I love you, thank you.”
The win was a powerful tribute to his homeland. “I dedicate this award to the children and youth of Latin America, especially Puerto Rico. Never stop dreaming, never stop being yourselves, no matter where you come from. Remember where you’re from, but don’t forget where you’re going,” he said. “There are many ways to show patriotism and defend our land — we choose music.”
Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, was clearly the star of the evening. He also took home the first award of the night, winning for Música Urbana Album. By the middle of the ceremony, he was back on stage accepting the award for Música Urbana Song for his hit “DTmF.” “I never practice my speeches,” he joked in Spanish, before returning a third time to perform his song “Weltita” alongside Chuwi.
While Bad Bunny’s night was a highlight, there were plenty of other memorable moments. Song of the Year went to Karol G, Andrés Jael Correa Ríos, and Édgar Barrera for their collaboration on “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido,” while Record of the Year was awarded to Alejandro Sanz for his track “¿Y Ahora Qué?”
The 26th annual Latin Grammys, held live from Las Vegas’ MGM Grand on November 13, were full of high-energy performances and star-studded moments. One of the night’s most emotional performances came from Raphael, who was honored as the 2025 Person of the Year. He serenaded the audience with “Qué Sabe Nadie” and “Mi Gran Noche,” inviting the crowd to sing along.
Santana helped kick off the evening, with Maluma joining the legendary guitarist for a rendition of “Oye Como Va.” The tribute continued with a star-studded lineup: Christian Nodal performed “Corazón Espinoza,” Grupo Frontera joined Santana for their 2025 collaboration “Me Retiro,” and the night also featured energetic sets by Aitana, Rauw Alejandro, Danny Lux, Kakalo, Ivan Cornejo, and more.
Pepe Aguilar brought his iconic mariachi to the stage, performing “El Cihualteco” and “El Fuereño,” while Karol G and Mexican legend Marco Antonio Solís wowed the crowd with their duet of “Coleccionando Heridas.”
Regional Mexican music took center stage as Grupo Frontera and Fuerza Regida performed their hit “Me Jalo,” before Fuerza Regida brought the house down with “Marlboro Rojo” from their record-breaking 2025 album 111xpantia. Carín León also captivated the audience with his raspy vocals on “Ahí Estabas Tú” before teaming up with Kacey Musgraves for “Lost in Translation.”
Other highlights included the stunning performances of Morat with their pop-rock anthem “Faltas Tú,” as well as the distinct artistic flair brought by Argentine duo Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso. Brazilian singer Liniker brought an infectious joy with “Negona Dos Olhos Terríveis,” while norteño band Los Tigres del Norte energized the crowd with their timeless sound.
Paloma Morphy won the highly anticipated Best New Artist award, while Gloria Estefan took home Traditional Tropical Album for Raíces. Estefan later performed “La Vecina” and “Chirriqui Chirri,” joined by Nathy Peluso for the latter track.
Christian Nodal added another win to his growing collection, taking home Ranchero/Mariachi Album for ¿Quién + Como Yo?
Many of the night’s awards were presented earlier during the pre-televised Premiere Ceremony. Among the highlights: Bad Bunny’s “Voy A Llevarte Pa’ Pr” won Reggaeton Performance, and Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso were the night’s big winners, taking home five Latin Grammys, including awards for Alternative Song, Alternative Music Album, Short and Long-Form Music Video, and Pop Song for “El día del amigo.”
The three-hour ceremony, hosted by Maluma and actress-musician Roselyn Sánchez, celebrated the best of Latin music, delivering high-octane performances and unforgettable moments throughout the night.
