Shakira Wins Big At Premios Juventud 2026

Shakira was among the big winners at the 2026 Premios Juventud awards ceremony, held at the Starlite Auditorium in Marbella, Spain. She won the award for Premios Juventud female artist, as well as the best pop song award for 'Bésame' with Alejandro Sanz.

Shakira also won the OMG collaboration award for her song 'Dai Dai' with Burna Boy. This award was one of several wins for the singer at the ceremony. Prince Royce and Romeo Santos also had a successful night, sharing three wins including best tropical album for 'Better Late Than Never'.

The ceremony featured performances by various Latin music artists, including Farruko, Greeicy, and Quevedo. Carín León and Alejandro Fernández won the award for My Favorite Track for their song 'Me Está Doliendo'. The event was part of the inaugural PJ Fest, a weeklong TelevisaUnivision initiative.

Antonio Banderas, Marc Anthony, Yandel, and La Oreja de Van Gogh were honored as Agents of Change at the ceremony. The 2026 Premios Juventud ceremony was broadcast live on Univision, UNIMÁS, Galavisión, and ViX.

## What it means The Premios Juventud awards celebrate the global power of Hispanic music and honor major stars and emerging talent. This year's ceremony was the first to be held in Europe, following previous editions in Miami, Puerto Rico, and Panama. The event coincided with the inauguration of the PJ Fest, a weeklong event that included activations for creators and live concerts in Houston, Miami, and Los Angeles.

The winners of the Premios Juventud awards are chosen from a list of nominees that includes some of the biggest names in Latin music. This year's nominees included Carín León, who led the list with nine nods, followed by Beéle, Kany García, and Rauw Alejandro, each with seven nominations.

## Why it matters The Premios Juventud awards are an important recognition of the talent and achievements of Latin music artists. The ceremony provides a platform for artists to showcase their music and connect with their fans. The event also highlights the growing global influence of Hispanic music and culture.

The ceremony's move to Europe this year reflects the increasing popularity of Latin music around the world. The Premios Juventud awards are a celebration of the diversity and richness of Latin music, and provide a unique opportunity for artists and fans to come together and celebrate their shared passion for music.