The 2025 Latin Grammy Awards promise to be one of the most dazzling nights of the year. The celebration will once again bring together the greatest names in Latin music, from Shakira and Karol G to Bad Bunny and Peso Pluma, in an event filled with unforgettable performances, emotional tributes, and a vibrant display of cultural pride. Expected to take place in Miami, Florida, this year’s ceremony continues to honor the creativity, diversity, and global impact of Latin artists.
But the Latin Grammys are more than an award show, they’re a celebration of language, rhythm, and identity. It’s a night when rising stars get their moment and music legends reaffirm their place in history.So before the big night arrives, here are 10 fascinating facts about the Latin Grammys:
© Vinnie ZuffanteThe first Latin Grammy was celebrated in 2000
The inaugural event took place in Los Angeles in 2000, marking the first international awards ceremony dedicated entirely to Latin music.
© Kevin WinterMore than 20 countries are represented each year
Every year, artists from over 20 nations participate, highlighting the cultural richness and linguistic diversity that define Latin music around the world.
© Patricia J. GarcinuñoShakira is one of the most awarded artists
The Colombian superstar has won more than ten Latin Grammys, including the coveted Album of the Year and Song of the Year awards.
© TIMOTHY A. CLARY“Despacito” holds a record
In 2017, Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee’s global hit Despacito took home four Latin Grammys, including Recording of the Year and Song of the Year.
© Sylvain GabouryThe first woman to win Album of the Year
Spanish singer Rosana achieved this milestone before the Latin Grammys officially existed, but in the modern era, Shakira became the first woman to win the award in 2006 with Fijación Oral Vol. 1.
© David BeckerThe trophy is handmade
Each gramophone is meticulously handcrafted in the United States by Billings Artworks, the same company that produces the traditional Grammy trophies.
© Kevin WinterBad Bunny made history
The Puerto Rican star became the first artist to win Album of the Year two consecutive years, in 2020 and 2021, with YHLQMDLG and El Último Tour del Mundo.
© Frank Micelotta ArchiveRicky Martin’s iconic performance inspired the Latin Grammys
When Ricky Martin performed The Cup of Life at the 1999 Grammy Awards, his electrifying show was so impactful that it motivated the creation of the Latin Grammys the following year.
© Vince BucciThe first ceremony was bilingual
The debut edition was broadcast in both English and Spanish, a symbolic gesture to unite Latin America and the United States in one celebration.
© Alberto E. RodriguezMore than 50 categories celebrate Latin talent
From Best Pop Album to Best Recording Engineer, and from Flamenco to Contemporary Christian music, the Latin Grammys honor an extraordinary range of genres and artistry.
