Rosalía Wins Top Prize at Latin Grammy Awards for Album Lux

Rosalía took home the top prize at the 27th annual Latin Grammy Awards for her album Lux. The awards ceremony, held on Thursday night in Sin City, recognized outstanding achievements in Latin music. Rosalía's win marked a significant moment in her career, capping off an impressive year that saw her push boundaries with her latest work.

The opening performance of the evening set the tone for the rest of the show, as Rosalía took to the stage alongside angelic dancers adorned with halos and performed a medley of tracks from Lux. The stage itself was designed to resemble heavenly clouds, adding an ethereal quality to the proceedings. This choice reflected the expansive scope of her album, which blends classical training with bold orchestral movements.

The music on Lux is inspired by the lives of female saints, drawing on Rosalía's classical background in a way that feels both innovative and deeply personal. The result is a collection of songs that are at once offbeat and full-hearted, marked by their sweeping arrangements and emotional intensity. This approach has resonated with audiences and critics alike, cementing Lux as one of the standout albums of 2025.

Rosalía's own performance was just one highlight of a star-studded evening that saw several other notable winners take home awards. Among them was Rosalía herself, who won song of the year for "La Perla, a track that also earned her a special invitation to share the stage with collaborators Yahritza Y Su Esencia during her acceptance speech.

The Latin Grammys 2026 ceremony was a spectacle to behold, with outfit changes and set transformations keeping viewers engaged throughout.

Janet Jackson took the stage to present an award to none other than Daddy Yankee, who received his honor with humility and gratitude. In her introduction, Jackson praised Yankee's work, expressing admiration and respect for his contributions to music. As he accepted the award, Yankee delivered a poignant message, emphasizing the importance of remembering Puerto Rico.

Yankee's speech was met with thunderous applause from the audience at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, where the ceremony was being held live. The event also aired on Univision, UniMás, Galavisión and ViX, allowing music lovers worldwide to join in on the celebration. Host Roselyn Sánchez kept the energy high throughout the evening.

The ceremony featured a star-studded lineup of presenters, including Pablo Alboran and Howie D of the Backstreet Boys. Together, they presented Juanes with the award for best pop/rock album for his work on Juanesteban.

The musical performances at this year's Latin Grammys were nothing short of spectacular, with several artists delivering standout shows that wowed the audience. Karol G took to the stage with a full orchestra and 12 Mariachis in tow, performing her música mexicana ballad Ese Hombre es Malo with all the flair and passion one would expect from such a collaboration.

Mon Laferte's rendition of Femme Fatale was another highlight, showcasing her soulful vocals and ability to convey deep emotion through music. Meanwhile, Silvana Estrada's unique blend of culture and heritage was on full display as she performed Dime, the Venezuelan cuatro taking center stage in a beautiful display of musical craftsmanship.

Kany García stunned with an acoustic rendition of her single La Niña Que Fui, its aflamencado rhythms captivating the audience. The Uruguayan-born Jorge Drexler's performance of Las Palabras was like nothing else on offer, a theatrical experience that drew the crowd in and refused to let go.

Elena Rose brought a touch of drama to her performance of Alma, joined by sword-wielding dancers who added an extra layer of excitement to the proceedings. Brazilian superstar Anitta did not disappoint either, delivering a medley of her hits from Equilibrium that showcased her eclectic mix of styles and languages, including Portuguese, Spanish, and English.

The tribute to José Alfredo Jiménez was a poignant moment in the ceremony, as several artists came together to pay their respects to the late Mexican singer-songwriter. The Warning kicked off the tribute with their rendition of Te Solté la Rienda, followed by Reik's powerful performance of La Media Vuelta. Sofía Reyes and Yami Safdie then brought a touch of elegance to the stage with their duet of Si Nos Dejan, before Camila Fernández wrapped up the tribute with her impressive vocals on El Rey.

The tribute was not the only nod to a music legend, as another artist received a heartfelt tribute shortly after. Willie Colón, the social activist and architect of urban salsa music, was remembered through performances by his son Miguel Colón, Nathy Peluso, and Luis Figueroa among others.

Awards were handed out at a brisk pace throughout the ceremony, with Karol G taking home the trophy for her album Tropicoqueta, which won in the category of urban music. Xavi also received recognition for his work on Dosis, earning him the award for contemporary Mexican album, marking his first Latin Grammy win.

Other notable winners included Fonseca, who was presented with the award for contemporary tropical album for his album Antes Que El Tiempo Se Vaya. The changes made to the best new artist category this year had a clear impact on the outcome, as Colombian singer Aria Vega took home the award.

The majority of awards were presented during a pre-recorded Premiere Ceremony, where several winners took home their accolades ahead of the live broadcast. Among them was Bobby Pulido, who received the Latin Grammy for best Tejano album for his release Bobby Pulido & Friends: Una Tuya y Una Mía (Vol. 2/En Vivo).

Pulido's win came just days after he made history by securing a seat in the House of Representatives for the Democrats, flipping a Texas district seat in the U.S. midterm elections. In his acceptance speech, Pulido announced that he is retiring from music, saying I want to tell you that I’m retiring from music, and I’m leaving with so much gratitude."