The 38th annual Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 crowned Bad Bunny and Carín León as the night’s top winners, solidifying their global dominance in Latin music. Airing live on Univision from Miami’s Kaseya Center on Feb. 19, the ceremony spotlighted two artists whose careers continue to redefine genre boundaries. Bad Bunny secured six awards, including artist of the year, album of the year for Debí Tirar Más Fotos, and song of the year for “DtMF,” further strengthening his reign as one of the most influential Latin acts of the decade.

Bad Bunny’s Global Reign Continues

Though absent due to his ongoing tour, Bad Bunny’s sweep underscores his streaming power, radio dominance and cultural impact. Debí Tirar Más Fotos has become a benchmark project in his catalog, praised for its sonic experimentation and commercial performance. Winning album and song of the year reflects his continued crossover appeal and consistent chart presence, reinforcing his status as a global ambassador for Latin urban music.

Carín León Expands Mexican Music Worldwide

Carín León followed closely with five wins, including Mexican music – male artist of the year and Mexican music – song of the year for “El Amor de mi Herida.” His cross-genre collaboration “Lost In Translation” with Kacey Musgraves earned crossover collaboration of the year, highlighting León’s expanding footprint beyond regional Mexican music. The recognition marks a pivotal milestone in León’s career as he bridges traditional sounds with international audiences.

Star-Studded Performances and Powerful Moments

The gala opened with a vibrant salsa performance by Marc Anthony and Nathy Peluso, delivering the first live rendition of “Como en el Idilio.” Additional appearances from Romeo Santos, Prince Royce, Juanes, Thalía, Maria Becerra, and Cristian Castro energized the broadcast. Romeo Santos used his acceptance speech to reaffirm support for immigrant communities, adding a socially conscious note to the evening.

Honoring Legacy and Cultural Identity

Under the theme “Honrando lo que Somos,” Premio Lo Nuestro celebrated Latin music’s generational and cultural strength. Special honors went to Juanes, Paloma San Basilio, Arcángel, Los Bukis, and Manolo Díaz, recognizing lifetime achievement and industry impact. With 44 categories spanning pop, urban, tropical and Mexican music, Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 once again affirmed its role as a key barometer of Latin music’s evolving global influence.