What's Happening?
The finalists for the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards are set to be announced on Wednesday, September 10, at 9:45 a.m. ET. The announcement will be made through Billboard and Telemundo.com, with additional coverage provided by Telemundo's daytime shows and newscasts. The awards will feature competitive categories such as Top Latin Album of the Year, Hot Latin Song of the Year, Artist of the Year, Tour of the Year, and Songwriter of the Year. Special Billboard legacy awards will also be presented, with details to be revealed soon. The finalists and winners are determined by chart performance from September 14, 2024, through September 6, 2025, based on fan interactions tracked by Billboard and its data partner, Luminate.
Why It's Important?
The Billboard Latin Music Awards are a significant event in the Latin music industry, highlighting the achievements of artists based on their commercial success and fan engagement. The awards provide recognition and visibility to artists, potentially boosting their careers and expanding their audience reach. The event also serves as a cultural celebration, showcasing the diversity and influence of Latin music globally. For fans, the awards offer an opportunity to see their favorite artists honored and to engage with the music community through various platforms.
What's Next?
Following the announcement of the finalists, Billboard will host a pre-celebration of Latin Music Week on TikTok, featuring special guest artists and discussions about the finalist lineup. The 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards will be broadcast live from Miami's James L. Knight Center on October 23 at 8 p.m. ET. Fans can watch the event on Telemundo, the Telemundo app, Peacock, and Telemundo Internacional across Latin America and the Caribbean.
