Bad Bunny Dominates Billboard Latin Music Awards 2025 in Miami
The 25th annual Billboard Latin Music Awards took place in Miami on October 23, 2025, celebrating a remarkable milestone in Spanish-language music. The ceremony, held at the James L. Knight Center, featured a night filled with stunning performances and emotional tributes, highlighting the growing influence and popularity of Latin music on the global stage.
Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny emerged as the standout winner, claiming an impressive 11 awards from a record-breaking 27 nominations. His accolades included prestigious titles such as Artist of the Year, Global 200 Latin Artist of the Year, and Hot Latin Songs Male Artist of the Year. His hit track “DTMF” secured three awards, including Streaming Song of the Year, while his album Debí Tirar Más Fotos was recognized as Top Latin Album of the Year. In a poignant moment, Rita Moreno presented him with the Billboard Latin Artist of the 21st Century Award, underscoring his significant impact on the industry.
Colombian singer Karol G also had a remarkable evening, winning six awards out of ten nominations. She took home the title of Hot Latin Songs Female Artist of the Year, and her popular single “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido” triumphed in four major categories, including Global 200 Latin Song of the Year and Latin Airplay Song of the Year.
Adding to the excitement, Shakira won three prestigious awards, including Tour of the Year and Latin Pop Artist of the Year. Other notable winners included Peso Pluma, Netón Vega, and Óscar Maydon, each securing two awards.
The evening not only celebrated individual achievements but also showcased the collaborative spirit of the Latin music community. The awards recognized a diverse range of artists and genres, reflecting the vibrant landscape of Latin music today.
The complete list of nominees and winners for the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards is as follows:
Major Award Categories and Winners
– **Artist of the Year**
Bad Bunny
Fuerza Regida
Peso Pluma
Rauw Alejandro
Tito Double P
– **Global 200 Latin Artist of the Year**
Bad Bunny
Fuerza Regida
Karol G
Netón Vega
Tito Double P
– **Hot Latin Song of the Year**
Bad Bunny, “Baile Inolvidable”
Bad Bunny, “DTMF”
Bad Bunny, “EOO”
Óscar Maydon & Fuerza Regida, “Tu Boda”
– **Tour of the Year**
Aventura
Chayanne
Luis Miguel
Rauw Alejandro
Shakira
– **Latin Pop Artist of the Year**
Shakira
Luis Fonsi
Kali Uchis
Enrique Iglesias
– **Top Latin Album of the Year**
Bad Bunny, Debí Tirar Más Fotos
Netón Vega, Mi Vida Mi Muerte
Peso Pluma, Éxodo
The 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards served as a testament to the growing prominence of Latin music worldwide. With Bad Bunny leading the charge, the night was a celebration of talent, determination, and cultural influence, marking a significant chapter in the history of Latin music.
