Bad Bunny dominates the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards with 12 nominations. The awards begin tonight, Thursday, Nov. 13. The 26th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards air from Las Vegas. The Puerto Rican superstar leads all artists heading into the ceremony.
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🔥 Quick Facts:
- Bad Bunny received 12 total nominations including Record of the Year.
- The ceremony airs at 8 p.m. ET/PT from the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
- Edgar Barrera and CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso follow with 10 nominations each.
- His album “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” competes for Album of the Year.
- Bad Bunny is set to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in 2026.
Bad Bunny’s Record-Breaking Nomination Count
Bad Bunny arrived at the 26th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards with momentum few artists can match.
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His 12 nominations span major categories including Record Of The Year, Album Of The Year, and Song Of The Year.
The nominations celebrate his album “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS”, released in January 2025.
“Bad Bunny leads the pack at the 2025 Latin GRAMMYS with 12 nominations, including Record Of The Year, Album Of The Year, Song Of The Year, Best Urban/Urban Fusion Performance, Best Reggaeton Performance, Best Urban Music Album, Best Urban Song, Best Roots Song, and Best Short Form Music Video.”
Top Contenders and Notable Performances
Beyond Bad Bunny, strong competition comes from multiple directions.
Edgar Barrera and the duo CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso each earned 10 nominations at the 2025 Latin GRAMMYs.
KAROL G, Natalia Lafourcade, and Rauw Alejandro represent other heavyweight nominees.
A stellar lineup of performers hits the stage tonight, including Pepe Aguilar, Carín León, Grupo Frontera, and Kacey Musgraves.
Raphael, the 2025 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year, will also perform.
| Artist | Nominations | Key Category |
|---|---|---|
| Bad Bunny | 12 | Album Of The Year |
| Edgar Barrera | 10 | Producer/Songwriter |
| CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso | 10 | Album Of The Year |
| KAROL G | 3 | Record Of The Year |
| Natalia Lafourcade | 8 | Album Of The Year |
What To Expect Tonight in Las Vegas
The MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas will host the main telecast.
- Main ceremony airs 8 p.m. ET/PT on TelevisaUnivision platforms.
- Pre-show begins at 7 p.m. ET/PT for extended coverage and behind-the-scenes action.
- The Latin GRAMMY Premiere ceremony starts at 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT.
- Hosts Maluma and Roselyn Sánchez will guide viewers through the night.
- Aitana, a past nominee, hosts the Best New Artist Showcase.
The Three-hour telecast brings together 60 categories celebrating Latin music excellence.
Can Bad Bunny Make History at the Latin Grammys?
Bad Bunny’s 12 nominations could translate into a career-defining night.
His album “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” marks a return to his Puerto Rican roots.
The project features traditional sounds like salsa, bomba, and plena music.
If Bad Bunny wins multiple awards, it cements his status as a global Latin music ambassador.
His upcoming Super Bowl halftime show appearance signals even bigger moments ahead for the superstar.
Album Details and Artist Collaborations
“DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” was recorded entirely in Puerto Rico with local collaborators.
Producers include Tainy, MAG, and La Paciencia.
The album features 17 tracks spanning contemporary and traditional Latin styles.
Bad Bunny also leads in Best Reggaeton Performance and Best Urban Song categories.
Should You Watch the 2025 Latin Grammys Tonight?
The 26th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards represents the biggest night in Latin music.
With performances from global superstars and historic nomination achievements, it’s unmissable.
Bad Bunny’s potential sweep could reshape Latin music’s awards landscape forever.
Tune in tonight at 8 p.m. ET/PT to see if Puerto Rico’s biggest star claims his crown.
Sources
- The Latin Recording Academy – Official nominations announcement and ceremony details.
- GRAMMY.com – Performer lineup and award category information.
- Billboard – Latin Grammys 2025 predictions and artist profiles.
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