2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards Finalists Revealed: Peso Pluma Leads with 17 Nominations
The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards finalists have been announced, with Peso Pluma leading the pack with 17 nominations, followed by Tito Double P with 15 and Fuerza Regida with 12. The awards ceremony will feature 47 categories covering various genres, including Latin pop, tropical, Latin rhythm, and regional Mexican. The event will also honor outstanding careers in music with special awards like the Billboard Vanguard Award and Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award. Peso Pluma, a prominent figure in the corridos tumbados movement, is competing in multiple categories with four songs, while Tito Double P is also a strong contender with collaborations with Peso Pluma. Fuerza Regida, a global phenomenon in Mexican music, is a finalist in several categories, including Artist of the Year and Regional Mexican Artist of the Year, Duo or Group. Karol G, Prince Royce, and Bad Bunny are among the top female and male finalists, each with multiple nominations. The winners of the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards will be based on the performance of new recordings on Billboard's charts from September 13, 2025, to September 5, 2026, taking into account fan interactions with music such as streaming, sales, airplay, and touring. The awards ceremony will be broadcast live on Telemundo on October 22, featuring a star-studded lineup of performances and special guests. Don't miss this exciting event celebrating the best in Latin music!