MIAMI (AP) — His presence had remained a thriller, however Dangerous Bunny was there in particular person Thursday night time to obtain all of the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards that got to him, together with the particular Billboard Prime Latin Artist of the twenty first Century Award.
Puerto Rican star Rita Moreno introduced him with the accolade, and flirtatiously famous that the reggaeton singer is “good” and “whole.” Then, in a extra critical tone, she advised him that she recognized with him.
“Today I see an artist who takes the whole world,” Moreno mentioned of Dangerous Bunny. “That same strength, that same passion, that helped me to never give up.”
Taking the stage to his track “BAILE INoLVIDABLE,” Dangerous Bunny, 31, danced a little bit of salsa with Moreno, 93.
“Thank you very much, you are whole too,” he advised the Oscar- and Tony-winning actress. “It is an honor for me to receive this award from her hands.”
“Every time I hear other artists express themselves in that way of me, it gives me the security of being me and doing the things I do with my heart,” he added.
Dangerous Bunny was introduced as winner of the Billboard Prime Latin Artist of the twenty first Century Award however didn’t present up on the purple carpet. He had beforehand skipped different main ceremonies so this presence remained a thriller that ended when he confirmed up at the start of the night time to select up the Prime Latin Album of the Yr.
Dangerous Bunny had damaged a report by being a finalist for 27 classes of the Latin Billboards 2025, and have become the highest winner of the night time with 11 awards, together with artist of the 12 months; World 200 Latin Artist of the Yr, and “Hot Latin Songs” Male Artist of the Yr.
“I am grateful for these awards, but at the same time I recognize that, just as I deserve it, Rauw, Fuerza Regida, Peso, Karol could win it. I think we are all doing something incredible in music; our music is reaching more and more places,” he mentioned upon receiving the artist of the 12 months award from Olga Tañón. “I think it’s a job that we’re all doing, and that we’re continuing what other artists have been doing for years.”
Dangerous Bunny’s hit “DtMF” gained three awards, together with streaming track of the 12 months. His album “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” was acknowledged as Prime Latin Album of the 12 months.
Laura Pausini and Karol G shine
Karol G was the most important feminine winner of the awards broadcast reside on Telemundo from the James L. Knight Middle in Miami, receiving six awards, together with Sizzling Latin Songs feminine artist of the 12 months. Her track “Si antes te hubiera conocido” swept for 4 awards: World 200 Latin Track of the Yr; Latin Airplay Track of the Yr; Gross sales Track of the Yr and Tropical Track of the Yr.
“We had an incredible time when we made this song in the studio; That day there was magic, energy. God was in that place,” mentioned Karol G upon receiving the World 200 Latin Track of the Yr award.
Fuerza Regida gained 5 awards, together with Regional Mexican Artist of the Yr, Duo or Group. Their hit “Tu boda” with Óscar Maydon was acknowledged as Regional Mexican Track of the Yr, and Sizzling Latin Track of the Yr, Vocal Occasion. Netón Vega was awarded because the debut artist of the 12 months.
Laura Pausini acquired the Billboard Icon Award for her excellent worldwide profession and carried out a shifting model of “Mi historia entre tus dedos”, initially launched in 1995 by Gianluca Grignani.
“It’s amazing for me to be a part of the history of Latin music,” Pausini mentioned. “I’m going to do something I’ve never done, I’m going to thank this Laura, the hard-working one, the one who is rude, who hasn’t given up when they’ve said no — which have been many times, by the way — who has followed my path honestly,” added pointing in the direction of herself.
Daddy Yankee returns
In his long-awaited return to the stage, Daddy Yankee premiered “Sonríele” worldwide. On the finish of his presentation, he mentioned that he had a brand new mission.
“To tell the world that Jesus is the way, the truth and the life,” he mentioned.
Peso Pluma was stunned to see that his girlfriend, Kenia Os, would current him with the Billboard Vanguard Award for his innovation and contribution to the expansion of Mexican music globally. As quickly as she went on stage, the couple gave one another a passionate kiss.
“This is a crossroads; I didn’t know she was going to give it to me,” he mentioned. “I’m so glad you gave it to me love… this beautiful woman who has made me a better human being, a better boyfriend, a better boss; a better everything.”
Later, Peso Pluma carried out “Apaga la Luz” reside.
Elvis Crespo devoted his Billboard Corridor of Fame Award to his “first female manager.”
“It was my mother, Irene, who gave me 5 dollars to take my singing lessons every Friday in Río Piedras,” he mentioned. “Irene, this is for you.”
The Puerto Rican star additionally thanked his father and his kids and ended with an emotional message about music: “I heard somewhere that in the music industry you don’t make friends. That’s a lie, you make friends for life.”
Shakira gained three awards: Tour of the Yr; Latin Pop Artist of the Yr, Solo, and Latin Pop Track of the Yr “Soltera.”
Óscar Maydon, Netón Vega, Aventura, Child Rasta & Gringo, Benny Blanco, Elvis Crespo, Kapo, Maná, Romeo Santos, Rubby Pérez and Tito Double P had been different winners of the night time.
Olga Tañón kicked off the ceremony with an lively interpretation of “El Jolgorio”. There have been additionally memorable performances by Beéle, Danny Ocean, Grupo Frontera, Juan Duque, La Arrolladora Banda El Limón de René Camacho, NXNNI and Ozuna.
Carlos Vives, Emilia, Wisin and Xavi carried out “Somos más”, Telemundo’s official anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
