MIAMI (26 de junio del 2014) —  La 15a Entrega Anual del Latin GRAMMY^® se llevará a cabo en el MGM Grand Garden Arena en Las Vegas el jueves, 20 de noviembre, y se transmitirá en los Estados Unidos a través de la cadena Univision a las 8–11 p.m. hora del Este/Pacífico (7 p.m. Hora del Centro). Este año es la séptima vez que la transmisión de la marca más prestigiosa de la música latina se llevará a cabo en Las Vegas y la primera que se hace desde el MGM Grand. Las nominaciones de este año se anunciarán el miércoles, 24 de septiembre, la información respectiva se irá generando posteriormente. Para obtener actualizaciones y noticias de última hora, visite las redes sociales de La Academia Latina de la Grabación^® en Twitter y Facebook.

"Durante 14 años hemos exhibido algunos de los más grandes artistas de música latina, y ahora, a punto de celebrar nuestro  15o aniversario, estamos encantados de marcar este nuevo hito con más segmentos musicales únicos", digo Gabriel Abaroa Jr., Presidente/CEO de La Academia Latina de la Grabación^®. "También nos complace trabajar una vez más con los sobresalientes equipos de Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, nuestros socios de MGM Resorts y Univision, que se unen con nosotros para ofrecer una experiencia inolvidable, no solo para los huéspedes, patrocinadores y miembros presentes, sino también para los aficionados de la música de todo el mundo".

"La 15a. Entrega Anual del Latin GRAMMY^® marca otro hito importante para la industria de la música latina y habla de nuestro compromiso de celebrar nuestra cultura, nuestro patrimonio y la influencia y el impacto de los latinos en la música" manifestó Alberto Ciurana, presidente de programación y contenido en Univision Networks. "Univision volverá a hacer historia con nuestro socio de larga data, La Academia Latina de la Grabación, y en una nueva sede, el MGM Grand Garden Arena".

Scott Sibella, Presidente y Director de Operaciones de MGM Grand manifestó: "Los Latin GRAMMYs son un evento vibrante y emocionante que Las Vegas espera con ansias cada año. La oportunidad de acoger este evento nos permite dar la bienvenida a íconos de la música latina y a sus aficionados al MGM Grand, a la vez que mostraremos nuestro resort y las comodidades de renombre mundial a nuestros huéspedes nacionales e internacionales".

"Las Vegas está muy entusiasmada de dar la bienvenida nuevamente a la Entrega Anual del Latin GRAMMYs por séptimo año", señaló Cathy Tull, Vicepresidenta Sénior de Comercialización de Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. "Al ser la capital del entretenimiento del mundo, no hay un mejor lugar para celebrar un evento tan lleno de estrellas que honra a los mejores artistas de la industria de la música latina".

Desde que la transmisión anual del  Latin GRAMMY se llevó a cabo en el 2005 en español por Univision,  el programa ha obtenido calificaciones significativas de manera consistente cada año en los Estados Unidos y alrededor del mundo. De hecho, los Latin GRAMMY se han convertido en uno de los programas más vistos y de mayor audiencia de Univision, a la vez que ofrecen sólidos resultados y participación de medios sociales. Con cerca de 2 millones de seguidores, @LatinGRAMMYs es el evento  de premiación más seguido en Twitter en cualquier idioma y a nivel nacional e internacional.

Además, el camino hacia los Latin GRAMMYs - una serie de eventos culturales de un mes de duración que culmina con en la noche más importante de la música latina - comienza con los Latin GRAMMY Acoustic Sessions y los Latin GRAMMY Street Parties, que tienen lugar en diversas ciudades de los Estados Unidos, Colombia y Ciudad de México, así como la Ceremonia de Entrega de Premios Especiales, y la gala de homenaje a la Persona del Año de La Academia Latina de la Grabación.

La Academia Latina de la Grabación es una organización internacional compuesta por artistas, músicos, compositores, productores, y otros profesionales técnicos y creativos de la grabación, de habla hispana y portuguesa. La organización se dedica a mejorar la calidad de vida y las condiciones culturales de la música latina y sus creadores. Además de producir la Entrega del Latin GRAMMY para premiar la excelencia en las artes y ciencias de la grabación, La Academia Latina de la Grabación brinda programas educativos y de asistencia para la comunidad musical latina. Para más información acerca de La Academia Latina de la Grabación, por favor visite LatinGRAMMY.com. Para obtener noticias de último momento y contenido exclusivo, sigue @LatinGRAMMYs en Twitter,  hazte un fanático en Facebook, e únete a las redes sociales de la organización en Foursquare, Google+, Instagram, Pinterest, Tumblr, y YouTube.

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CONTACTO DE PRENSA:

Lourdes Lopez Patton

La Academia Latina de la Grabación

310.392.3777

lourdesl@grammy.com

NOTAS DEL EDITOR:

Los nominados para la 15a Entrega Anual del Latin GRAMMY se anunciarán el 24 de septiembre del 2014. Visite la Sala de Prensa de GRAMMY.com (www.grammy.com) y LatinGRAMMY.com (www.latingrammy.com) para obtener instrucciones acerca de cómo obtener credenciales para cubrir el espectáculo. Pronto se publicarán las instrucciones.

No sorprende que uno de los momentos más conmovedores durante la presentación de los Premios Especiales 2014 de La Academia Latina de la Grabación estuviera asociado a la belleza de una buena canción.  Al recibir el Premio a la Excelencia Musical, el legendario Dúo Dinámico de España empezó a cantar, armonizando a la perfección, improvisando una breve estrofa de su éxito “Quince Años Tiene Mi Amor” – haciendo una obvia referencia a los 15 años del Latin GRAMMY que celebramos este año.

La presentación de los Premios Especiales invita a reflexionar sobre la riqueza y variedad de nuestra música.  Es una fiesta matutina cargada de emoción, y una oportunidad de celebrar en persona a una ecléctica galería de creadores que, cada uno a su manera, cambiaron para siempre el panorama de la música iberoamericana.

César Costa, pionero del rock mexicano, habló sobre su “largo y bello romance con su público”.  La argentina Valeria Lynch, con la misma efervescencia que define su cantar, hizo una declaración de principios: “He vivido siempre con pasión todo lo que encaré en mi carrera”.  Mientras que Los Lobos, gigantes del rock chicano, padrinos de una fusión que une las raíces del folklore mexicano con el más puro rock’n’roll estadounidense, agradecieron a sus familias, recibiendo el tributo notable humildad.

Los ganadores también reconocieron la importancia de sus influencias.  El salsero cubano Willy Chirino, creador del sonido de Miami que mezcló ritmos tropicales con la seducción del pop, mencionó a grandes como Beny Moré, Celia Cruz, Tito Puente y Los Beatles, para después agradecer “a los que bailan sus canciones” y a su esposa Lisette, con la que lleva 34 años de casado.  “Para los parámetros de esta industria, son como 100”, exclamó entre carcajadas del público.  “Ella es mi mejor consejera, criticona en el mejor sentido de la palabra”.

Carlos Do Carmo – uno de los cantantes más exquisitos del fado, género portugués por excelencia – habló sobre su patria, reconocida por primera vez en estos Premios Especiales.  “Nací en un país bello y antiguo, con características muy particulares.  A mi pueblo le gusta cantar, y no es posible cantar fado sin una profunda pasión”.

También le llegó el turno a Ney Matogrosso, un artista con todo el sentido de la palabra: rebelde, contestatario, de ilimitada imaginación.  “Estoy totalmente consciente de la importancia de este premio”, dijo este pionero del glam-rock y veterano de la canción brasileña.  “Jamás, ni en mis sueños más locos, pensé que algún día podría recibir un honor como éste”.

Desafortunadamente, el venezolano Juan Vicente Torrealba no pudo recibir el Premio del Consejo Directivo en persona.  Pero el ejecutivo de la industria discográfica brasileña André Midani sí dijo presente, deleitando a la audiencia con una historia que ocurrió en México, cuando una empleada de inmigración consideró su historial – nacido en Siria, habitante de Brasil, llegado de Colombia a México – y le dijo que “no era una persona de confianza”.  Trofeo en mano y dirigiéndose a su esposa, Midani concluyó la anécdota exclamando: “Te lo dije, mi amor, que un día sería digno de confianza”.

La foto final, con todos los ganadores del premio sentados en una fila horizontal sobre el escenario, estuvo llena de sonrisas y ocurrencias de los participantes.  Aún para estas leyendas, acostumbradas a recibir honores, se sentía en el aire que éste era un evento especial.

¡Felicitaciones a todas las leyendas homenajeadas en la Presentación de los Premios Especiales 2014! #LatinGRAMMY pic.twitter.com/x9xHBxNkj5

— Latin GRAMMYs (@LatinGRAMMYs) November 19, 2014

Additional Scholarships Open for Application Include the Emerging Talent Scholarship from Berklee College of Music, the Celia Cruz Legacy Scholarship, the Kany García Scholarship and the Manolo Díaz Scholarship, as well as several Tuition Assistance Scholarships

Deadline to Apply: April 10, 2026

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MIAMI (DECEMBER 16, 2025) — The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® announced that Latin GRAMMY® winner, and GRAMMY® nominated singer/songwriter Noel Schajris will sponsor its prestigious Prodigy Scholarship, also known as the 2026 Noel Schajris Scholarship, toward a bachelor’s degree at Berklee College of Music for the 2026 fall semester. The scholarship will include tuition, housing and wrap-around services valued at up to $250,000.

The scholarship further cements Schajris’ commitment to supporting the next generation of music makers. Throughout his career, he has generously contributed his time and resources to supporting aspiring young artists through his mentorship program, and has participated in various GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY programs and events, most recently a Latin GRAMMY In The Schools™ in Memphis, TN.

“As a kid, I dreamed of making a living from music. Life and the public have given me a career and the chance to express my soul through songs, and that enormous blessing translates into the opportunity for music lovers to enjoy that incredible experience,” said Schajris. “There is nothing more beautiful than learning, nor anything more important than education. I can't wait to hear all that talent, which I have no doubt will move me and fill my heart.”

“We continue to be moved by the generosity of the artists and members of our music community and their commitment to the legacy of Latin music and its future creators,” said Raquel “Rocky” Egusquiza, Executive Director of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation. “Each year, the cumulative impact rises creating a ripple effect of service and dreams fulfilled for both donors and creators alike.”

In addition to the 2026 Noel Schajris Scholarship, several scholarships are available for music students between the ages of 17 and 25 years of age with a passion for Latin music and financial limitations, who are starting their studies in the fall of 2026:

For the second consecutive year, Berklee will offer the Berklee & Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation Emerging Talent Scholarship, a full tuition presidential scholarship that covers tuition, comprehensive fees, required laptop fee/software bundle (freshman year only), on-campus housing and wrap around services.

As previously announced during the 2025 Latin GRAMMY Week, three (3) Gifted Tuition Scholarships of up to $120,000 each will be awarded to students to cover tuition and housing costs, as well as wrap around services provided by the Foundation, towards a four-year bachelor's degree at the institution of their choice. They include the following:

• The Celia Cruz Legacy Scholarship pays homage to Cruz’s voice, spirit and unwavering pride in her culture that transformed music and inspired generations around the world. As we celebrate the centennial of her birth in 2025, the scholarship honors her extraordinary legacy and the path she paved for future artists.

• The Kany García Scholarship—sponsored by Latin GRAMMY winner, GRAMMY nominee and 2022 Leading Ladies of Entertainment honoree Kany García—will award one scholarship to benefit a young woman pursuing Latin music.

• The Manolo Díaz Scholarship in honor of one of the founding members of the Foundation, who currently serves on its Board, will be awarded by fellow board member, Mireya Blavia, recognizing Díaz’s contributions and legacy to the industry.

Also, several Tuition Assistance Scholarships, offering between $7,500 to $12,500 each for tuition and wrap around services will be awarded to students commencing their studies or who are already attending the music institution of their choice. Final award amount with details will be provided to those selected. Bulova will sponsor one (1) Tuition Assistance Scholarship of up to $10,000 that will include an experiential educational component during the 27th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards® in November 2026.

The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation is now accepting applications for 2026 scholarships until April 10, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EDT. Click here to review 2026 guidelines and apply. The application includes two audition videos, two letters of recommendation, two essays, and an acceptance letter from an accredited university. Materials can be submitted in English, Spanish or Portuguese.

To date, the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® has awarded 477 scholarships, investing more than $12 million over the last 11 years. For information and the latest news, please visit the official Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation website at: www.latingrammyculturalfoundation.org

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ABOUT NOEL SCHAJRIS:

Noel Schajris has conquered Latin pop as both a singer/songwriter and one-half of the duo Sin Bandera. Thanks to the success of his timeless hits with Sin Bandera, the Argentine-Mexican artist is a Latin GRAMMY® winner and a GRAMMY® nominee. Since launching his solo career in 2009, Schajris has continued to charm audiences around the globe with his romantic ballads. With six studio albums during his solo career, he has sold over 25 million records worldwide and one million concert tickets. Over the last two years, he toured with Leonel García as Sin Bandera for their Frecuencia Tour, and 2026 will reunite them for the Escenas Tour and album. Schajris released his album #SiempreLoSupe on NS Music App, making him the first artist from Latin America to launch his own music application. He also founded his own label, Dynamo Productions, in 2018, where he promotes his advocacy for artists' rights. His latest album, Uno No Es Uno (Noel's Version), was released in May 2025.

ABOUT THE LATIN GRAMMY CULTURAL FOUNDATION:

The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization established by The Latin Recording Academy® with the vision of becoming a global champion of music education and empowering communities through Latin music and culture. In 2024, the Foundation celebrated its 10-year anniversary, and during the last decade, it has fostered the next generation of Latin music creators through scholarships, education programs and grants that advance Latin music and celebrate its rich cultural heritage. To date, the Foundation has donated more than $15 million with the support of The Latin Recording Academy’s members, artists, corporate sponsors and other generous donors. For additional information or to donate, please visit latingrammyculturalfoundation.org or our Facebook page. And follow us @latingrammyfdn on Instagram, and at Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation on Facebook and LinkedIn.

MEDIA CONTACT:

The Latin Recording Academy

Nathalie Alberto

Nathalie.alberto@grammy.com

Six talented music institutions, nonprofit organizations, musicologists and researchers will receive a total of $30,000 for research and preservation of Latin music

Latin GRAMMY® winner and GRAMMY® nominee Silvestre Dangond sponsored two grants in support of research and preservation of the vallenato genre

MIAMI (DECEMBER 9, 2025) — The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® announced the winners of its 2025 Latin Music Research and Preservation Grant Program. This year, the Foundation awarded a total of $30,000 across six grants to support projects dedicated to researching and preserving Latin music. Two of the awarded research and preservation grants were dedicated to the continued growth and development of vallenato, pledged by Latin GRAMMY® winner and GRAMMY® nominee Silvestre Dangond.

“Research and preservation allow us to keep the heartbeat of Latin music alive by protecting its stories, rhythms and cultural roots for future generations,” said Raquel “Rocky” Egusquiza, Executive Director of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation. “We are honored to champion these remarkable projects and grateful to Silvestre Dangond for his commitment to preserving the legacy of the vallenato genre and ensuring the future of Latin music.”

“Vallenato gave me a voice, a purpose and a connection to the world,” said Dangond. “Supporting projects that study and preserve its history is a great responsibility that I carry with pride. If we want this music to continue touching hearts, we must protect the legacy of those who created it.”

Awarded Preservation Grants:

Julia Sánchez, Peru – Conservación y Preservación del Patrimonio Musical del Maestro Cantautor Ernesto Sánchez Fajardo “El Jilguero del Huascarán” (Conservation and Preservation of the Musical Heritage of Singer/Songwriter Ernesto Sánchez Fajardo “El Jilguero del Huascarán”). Julia Sánchez, researcher and cultural manager at the Universidad Nacional de Folklore “José María Arguedas,” leads a project dedicated to preserving and restoring the phonographic archive of Ernesto Sánchez Fajardo, “El Jilguero del Huascarán,” a pioneering Andean artist and symbol of Peru’s 20th-century migration. The initiative aims to restore and digitize 159 rare 78-RPM and vinyl recordings that document four decades of Huayno’s evolution as a form of cultural resilience. The project will produce a complete technical inventory, restored and digitized audio files in high-resolution WAV format, and three documentary podcasts for public and academic dissemination.

Miviam Ruiz Pérez, Mexico – Preservación y Diseminación de la Obra Inédita de Carlo Borbolla (1902-1990): Archivo Vivo de la Música Caribeña (Preservation and Dissemination of the Unpublished Works of Carlo Borbolla (1902–1990): Living Archive of Caribbean Music).

This project aims to preserve and diffuse the unpublished works of Cuban musicologist Carlo Borbolla Téllez, whose extensive personal archive includes compositions, writings and autobiographical documents largely unknown to the public. Led by Dr. Miviam Ruiz Pérez, the initiative will establish an open-access digital repository to promote Borbolla’s legacy across research, performance, and music education in Latin America. Through this effort, the project not only revives Borbolla’s contributions but also deepens the understanding of the musical and cultural roots that connect genres such as jazz and salsa to their Caribbean origins.

Awarded Research Grants:

Luis Alvarado, Peru – La Evolución de la Pandilla Selvática (The Evolution of the Pandilla Selvática). Luis Alvarado’s research explores the evolution of the pandilla selvática, a defining genre of Peruvian Amazonian popular music. The project traces how its transformation — through the incorporation of the electric guitar into cumbia amazónica — forged a unique regional identity. It also examines how the genre continues to thrive in contemporary jazz and experimental electronic scenes, illustrating its ongoing relevance within Peru’s dynamic musical landscape.

Dr. Romy Martínez, Netherlands – Guaranía in Translation: From Paraguay to Europe Through Music and Language. This project celebrates the centenary of Paraguay’s musical genre Guaranía, created in 1925 by José Asunción Flores, and recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2024. Dr. Romy Martínez seeks to preserve and disseminate the genre internationally through concerts, research and intercultural collaboration across Northern Europe. By engaging new audiences in multilingual and multicultural settings, the initiative ensures that the Guaranía genre remains a living tradition. It bridges cultures while honoring Paraguay’s musical legacy.

Awarded Vallenato Preservation Grant:

Jhojam Rincón, Colombia – Tiempos Idos - Apología a la Amistad (Times Gone By: An Apology to Friendship). Jhojam Rincón’s preservation initiative aims to safeguard an extraordinary sound archive that captures spontaneous parrandas vallenatas recorded between 1974 and 1985, featuring legends such as Leandro Díaz, Rafael Escalona, and the Zuleta brothers. Compiled by collector Juan de Jesús Celedón, the 120 analog cassettes contain unreleased performances, improvisations and verses that mark the golden era of Colombian vallenato. Through professional digitization and secure archiving, the project preserves this invaluable musical record for future generations.

Awarded Vallenato Research Grant:

Ángela Marín Niebles, Colombia – Mujeres en el Vallenato: Una Historia Por Contar (Women in Vallenato: A Story Yet to Be Told). Dr. Ángela Martín Niebles leads a multidisciplinary study to document and celebrate the pioneering women of vallenato music in the early 20th century. Through historical, anthropological and musicological research, the project reconstructs the lives and contributions of female composers and performers who have long been overlooked in a male-dominated genre. By producing accessible multimedia materials, the project strengthens Colombia’s cultural memory and promotes gender equity in the nation’s musical heritage.

A committee of experts from Latin America, the Iberian Peninsula and the United States selected the winners among numerous qualified candidates. Since its inception in 2015, the program has awarded more than $285,000 in grants to support projects, including one that has received a Latin GRAMMY and a GRAMMY.

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ABOUT SILVESTRE DANGOND:

Silvestre Dangond is a world-renowned artist from Colombia, who is especially known for globalizing the vallenato genre. In his nearly 25 years in the industry, Dangond has won four Latin GRAMMYs®, including Best Cumbia/Vallenato Album this year for his latest LP El Último Baile, and earned a GRAMMY nomination. Dangond also recently announced the U.S. leg of his El Último Baile Tour, a series of concerts that will bring this historic project to major venues across the country in 2026. He has collaborated with artists including Nicky Jam, Natti Natasha, Carín León, Emilia, Sebastián Yatra, Fonseca and Carlos Vives, and he often works with initiatives in support of the next generation of vallenato artists.

ABOUT THE LATIN GRAMMY CULTURAL FOUNDATION:

The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization established by The Latin Recording Academy® with the vision of becoming a global champion of music education and empowering communities through Latin music and culture. In 2024, the Foundation celebrated its 10-year anniversary, and during the last decade, it has fostered the next generation of Latin music creators through scholarships, education programs and grants that advance Latin music and celebrate its rich cultural heritage. To date, the Foundation has donated more than $13.9 million with the support of The Latin Recording Academy’s members, artists, corporate sponsors and other generous donors. For additional information or to donate, please visit latingrammyculturalfoundation.org or our Facebook page. And follow us @latingrammyfdn on Instagram, and at Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation on Facebook and LinkedIn.

MEDIA CONTACT:

The Latin Recording Academy

Nathalie Alberto

Nathalie.alberto@grammy.com

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MIAMI (NOVEMBER 12, 2025) — The Latin Recording Academy® celebrated its 2025 Person of the Year Gala honoring Raphael, with moving renditions of some of the singer’s renowned repertoire, featuring past and current Latin GRAMMY® nominees including Aitana, Pepe Aguilar, Susana Baca, David Bisbal, Enrique Bunbury, Willy Chirino, Ivan Cornejo, Kany García, Myriam Hernández, Eddy Herrera, Jesse & Joy, Carín León, Pablo López, Víctor Manuelle, Vanesa Martín, Víctor Martínez, Mestrinho, Gaby Moreno, Kiki Morente, Café Quijano, Fito Páez, Silvia Pérez Cruz, Carlos Rivera, Elena Rose, Rozalén, Ángeles Toledano and Néstor Torres.

Raphael was honored for his more than six-decade career as a multifaceted singer and performer, which has established him as a true ambassador of Latin music worldwide. The evening featured tributes from artists who have shaped his repertoire, alongside others who came to honor his lasting impact and celebrate his remarkable career.

The evening opened on a high note with a breathtaking performance by Enrique Bunbury of “Yo Soy Aquél” and was then joined by Carín León, electrifying the stage together with a medley of “Toca Madera” and “Ahora”— the latter a song Bunbury himself wrote for Raphael. Café Quijano and Gaby Moreno followed with a bolero-infused rendition of “Qué Tal Te Va Sin Mí”. David Bisbal raised the energy with a duet alongside Elena Rose on “En Carne Viva,” and then captivated the audience with a heartfelt homage performance of “Como Yo Te Amo.” Jesse & Joy joined Ivan Cornejo for an emotive tribute to “Cierro Mis Ojos.”

Pablo López kept the momentum alive with a passionate delivery of “De Tanta Gente,” followed by his intimate piano rendition of “Lo Saben Mis Zapatos.” Aitana later joined López for a moving performance of “Si No Estuvieras Tú.” Latin rock icon Fito Páez and Rozalén delivered a stirring version of “La Carta,” while Susana Baca and Rozalén offered a folkloric interpretation of “Chabuca, Limeña.” Kiki Morente, Ángeles Toledano and Víctor Martínez on the guitar offered a passionate rendition of “Digan Lo Que Digan,” fusing flamenco textures and thundering Latin percussion. Vanesa Martín and Kany García shared the stage for “Cada Septiembre,” featuring García’s debut solo cello performance, and Martín later returned with Carlos Rivera for an intimate acoustic take on “A Que No Te Vas.”

The magic continued as Pepe Aguilar and Myriam Hernández united their powerhouse vocals in a sweeping version of “Procuro Olvidarte.” Spanish songstress Silvia Pérez Cruz offered a mesmerizing “Somos” with Brazilian accordion virtuoso Mestrinho, weaving Iberian and tropical tones into one. The celebration reached its peak as Eddy Herrera, Víctor Manuelle, Néstor Torres, and Willy Chirino — who wrote the song for Raphael — took the stage with all the infectious rhythms of the Caribbean, filling the room with “Escándalo.”

The evening wouldn’t be complete without the 2025 Person of the Year stepping on stage; he wowed the audience with a medley of “Que Sabe Nadie,” “Mi Gran Noche,” and “Como Yo Te Amo.”

The highly anticipated gala preceded the 26th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards®, which will air live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Thursday, Nov. 13. The three-hour telecast will be produced by TelevisaUnivision, the leading Spanish-language media company in the world, airing across TelevisaUnivision’s U.S. platforms, beginning at 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. Central), preceded by a one-hour pre-show starting at 7 p.m. ET/PT (6 p.m. Central).

Latin Academy head of Production Ayleen Figueras, along with Macarena Moreno, served as executive producers of the gala. Latin GRAMMY and GRAMMY® winner Carlos Fernando López served as musical director, and the musical production was led by Danny Flores, also a Latin GRAMMY and GRAMMY nominee. The Philharmonic Orchestra Project (“POP”) accompanied all artists.

Live Nation served as presenting sponsor for the second consecutive year, as part of the first multi-year presenting sponsor partnership for the Person of the Year Gala.

Net proceeds from the 2025 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year Gala will go toward the charitable work of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®, whose mission is to be a global champion of music education and empower communities through Latin music and culture. The Foundation has fostered the next generation of Latin music creators through scholarships, education programs and grants that advance Latin music and celebrate its rich cultural heritage, and to date has donated more than $13.9 million with the support of Latin Recording Academy members, artists, corporate sponsors and other generous donors.

ABOUT THE LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY:

The Latin Recording Academy® is a nonprofit dedicated to nurturing, celebrating, honoring and elevating Latin music and its creators. Established as the global authority on Latin music, the membership-based organization composed of music professionals produces the annual Latin GRAMMY Awards®, The Biggest Night in Latin Music®, which honors excellence in the recording arts and sciences, in addition to providing educational and outreach programs for the music community through its Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®. For more information, please visit LatinGRAMMY.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:

The Latin Recording Academy

Iveliesse Malavé

Ive@grammy.com