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Bad Bunny and Shakira absolutely dominated Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 earlier today. The superstars secured multiple wins across major categories. This marks a triumphant night for Latin music’s biggest names.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Bad Bunny’s Wins: Album of the Year for Debí Tirar Más Fotos and Song of the Year for DtMF
- Shakira’s Achievement: Won Pop Collaboration of the Year with Alejandro Sanz for Bésame
- Total Categories: 44 awards across pop, urban, tropical, and Mexican music genres
- Top Nominees: Four artists led with 10 nominations each: Bad Bunny, Carín León, Myke Towers, Rauw Alejandro
Puerto Rican Superstar Bad Bunny Takes Home Dual Honors
Bad Bunny emerged as one of the evening’s biggest winners at Premio Lo Nuestro 2026. The Puerto Rican artist claimed Album of the Year for his critically acclaimed project Debí Tirar Más Fotos. Additionally, Bad Bunny won the coveted Song of the Year award for his chart-dominating track DtMF.
The wins underscore Bad Bunny’s continued dominance in global Latin music. His album showcased his evolution as an artist while maintaining commercial appeal. The dual victory places him among the ceremony’s elite performers for the evening.
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Shakira Triumphs in Pop Collaboration Category with Alejandro Sanz
Shakira delivered a commanding performance by winning Pop Collaboration of the Year. She shared the honor with Alejandro Sanz for their romantic duet Bésame. The track showcases both artists’ vocal prowess and musical chemistry.
Earlier this week, Shakira also won Tour of the Year for her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour. This achievement celebrates her massive global concert success. The Colombian icon has firmly secured her position as one of Latin music’s reigning queens.
Complete Winners Across Major Categories
| Award Category | Winner |
| Urban Female Artist of the Year | Karol G |
| Pop Female Artist of the Year | Cazzu |
| Female New Artist of the Year | Camila Fernández |
| Pop/Urban Collaboration of the Year | Becky G & Manuel Turizo (Que Haces) |
“The 38th annual gala will honor pride in where we come from and the cultural force that unites generations, genres and borders, paying tribute to our roots, our essence and the cultural identity that defines us.”
— Billboard Music Awards, Official Theme Statement
Special Honors and Legendary Tributes Recognized
The ceremony brought together Latin music’s most celebrated icons. Juanes received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award for his enduring global legacy. Paloma San Basilio was honored with the Award for Excellence, recognizing her distinguished career.
Arcángel received the Urban Icon Award, celebrating his profound impact on reggaeton. Los Bukis claimed the Musical Legacy Award, honoring the legendary Mexican group. Finally, Manolo Díaz accepted the Visionary Award for expanding Spanish-language music globally.
What Does This Night Mean for Latin Music’s Future?
Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 celebrated the genre’s incredible diversity across 44 categories. Winners represented pop, urban, tropical, and Mexican music traditions. The ceremony underscored how Latin music continues reshaping global entertainment.
Bad Bunny’s dual wins and Shakira’s achievements prove that veteran artists maintain their relevance. Meanwhile, emerging stars like Camila Fernández provided hope for the genre’s future. This balance between legacy and innovation defines Latin music’s strength today.
