2026 Latin Grammys: Rosalía sweeps six awards and Milo J surprises on a night of major triumphs
The Spanish singer took home the awards for Album of the Year and Song of the Year, while Argentine artist Milo J won the award for Record of the Year. Karol G, Alejandro Sanz, Laura Pausini, and Fito Páez were also among the winners at the 27th edition of the awards, held in Las Vegas.
The Spanish singer Rosalía was one of the big winners of the night
Spain's Rosalía and Argentina's Milo J became the stars of the 2026 Latin Grammys, held this Thursday at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, where the Latin music industry honored its leading artists.
Rosalía took home six awards, including two of the ceremony's most prestigious: Album of the Year, for LUX (Complete Works), and Song of the Year, for La Perla, her collaboration with Yahritza y Su Esencia. She also won awards for Best Alternative Music Album, Best Pop Song, and Best Short Music Video for Sauvignon Blanc, among others.
The Catalan singer, who entered the ceremony with seven nominations, opened the gala with a performance inspired by her latest album, which combines experimental pop with classical music influences.
During her acceptance speech, Rosalía defended her decision to pursue a unique artistic vision, despite the criticism she has faced throughout her career, as reported by AFP.
Milo J wins record of the year
One of the night's surprises came courtesy of Milo J, who took home the Record of the Year award for "Niño," beating out artists such as Karol G and Mon Laferte.
The young Argentine artist was also recognized for his collaboration "Gil," featuring Trueno, in the Best Urban Performance category. In total, he won four awards, cementing his status as one of the most prominent emerging figures in Latin American music.
The Latin Recording Academy posted the moment of her victory and her acceptance speech.
Karol G, Alejandro Sanz, and Fito Páez are also celebrating
The Colombian Karol G added another major accolade to her career by winning Best Urban Music Album for Tropicoqueta. She also took home the award for Best Reggaeton Performance for "Verano Rosa," her collaboration with Feid.
For his part, the Spaniard Alejandro Sanz triumphed in the Best Contemporary Pop Album category with "¿Y Ahora Qué +?" while the Italian Laura Pausini won the award for Best Traditional Pop Album for 'Yo Canto 2.'
In rock, the Argentine Fito Páez won with Shine, and the Mexican band The Warning won the award for Best Rock Song for Ego.
The Argentine duo CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso stood out in the pop/rock and music video categories, while producer Edgar Barrera received the Producer of the Year award.
These results were compiled in the lists published by EFE and Associated Press.
List of 2026 Latin Grammy winners: major categories
These are the award-winning artists in the most prominent categories of the 27th edition, according to the results released by the Latin Recording Academy and news agencies.
- Album of the Year: LUX (Complete Works) — Rosalía.
- Record of the Year: Niño — Milo J.
- Song of the Year: La Perla — Rosalía ft. Yahritza y Su Esencia.
- Best New Artist: Aria Vega.
- Best Pop Song: La Perla — Rosalía ft. Yahritza y Su Esencia.
- Best Contemporary Pop Album: "¿Y Ahora Qué +?" — Alejandro Sanz.
- Best Traditional Pop Album: *Yo Canto 2* — Laura Pausini.
- Best Reggaeton Performance: Verano Rosa — Karol G ft. Feid.
- Best Urban Music Album: Tropicoqueta — Karol G.
- Best Urban Performance: Gil — Milo J ft. Trueno.
- Best Urban Song: Daddy Yankee: BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 0/66 — Bizarrap and Daddy Yankee.
- Best Rock Album: Shine — Fito Paez.
- Best Rock Song: Ego — The Warning.
- Best Pop/Rock Song: "Hasta Jesús Tuvo Un Mal Día" — CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso ft. Sting.
- Best Alternative Music Album: LUX (Complete Works) — Rosalía.
- Best Salsa Album: El Alma En Clave — Luis Enrique.
- Best Merengue/Bachata Album: Chula — Techy.
- Best Traditional Tropical Album: Intimo (Live) — Gilberto Santa Rosa.
- Best Contemporary Tropical Album: Before Time Runs Out — Fonseca.
- Best Song in the Portuguese Language: Viver e Morrer De Amor Na América Latina — Johnny Hooker and Ney Matogrosso.
- Songwriter of the Year: Sara Schell.
- Producer of the Year: Édgar Barrera.
- Best Short Music Video: "Sauvignon Blanc" — Rosalía.
- Best Long Music Video: FREE SPIRITS (The Film) — CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso.
Person of the Year at the Latin Grammys
With six awards for Rosalía and four for Milo J, the 2026 Latin Grammys were marked by the convergence of established artists and new generations who are transforming the sounds of Spanish-language music.
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