Historic Special Awards & Star Performances at Premio Lo Nuestro 2026

Arcángel, Juanes, Los Bukis, Paloma San Basilio and Manolo Díaz make history as the first recipients of special Premio Lo Nuestro awards.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The 2026 Premio Lo Nuestro ceremony featured not only the top winners like Bad Bunny, Carín León and Karol G, but also the first-ever presentation of five special awards honoring Latin music legends. Colombian rocker Juanes, Puerto Rican reggaeton star Arcángel, veteran Spanish singer Paloma San Basilio, revered grupera band Los Bukis, and Spanish composer Manolo Díaz were recognized for their lifetime achievements, musical legacies, and pioneering contributions to Latin music.

Why it matters

The special awards at Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 marked a historic moment, celebrating the artists and figures who have made the most profound and lasting impacts on Latin music over generations. These honors shine a light on the rich diversity and evolution of the Latin music industry.

The details

For the first time in its 38-year history, Premio Lo Nuestro presented five special awards on Thursday (Feb. 19) to honor great figures in Latin music. Colombian rocker Juanes received the Lifetime Achievement Award, veteran Spanish singer Paloma San Basilio was recognized with the Award for Excellence, Puerto Rican reggaeton star Arcángel got the Urban Icon Award, the revered grupera band Los Bukis accepted the Musical Legacy Award, and Spanish composer Manolo Díaz was feted with the Visionary Award.

  • The 2026 Premio Lo Nuestro ceremony was broadcast live from Miami on February 19, 2026.
  • Juanes confirmed his Juanes World Tour 2026 with over 50 dates the day before the awards show.

The players

Juanes

A Colombian rocker who received the Premio Lo Nuestro Lifetime Achievement Award for having built a career marked by authenticity, constant evolution, and a deep connection to his roots.

Paloma San Basilio

A veteran Spanish singer who was recognized with the Premio Lo Nuestro Award for Excellence for a career spanning over 50 years, during which she has left a profound mark on music, theater, and Ibero-American culture.

Arcángel

A Puerto Rican reggaeton star who received the Premio Lo Nuestro Urban Icon Award as one of the key figures in the history and evolution of Latin urban music.

Los Bukis

A revered grupera band that accepted the Premio Lo Nuestro Musical Legacy Award for a catalog that has accompanied entire generations and forms an essential part of the emotional heritage of Latin music.

Manolo Díaz

A Spanish composer, performer and producer who was feted with the Premio Lo Nuestro Visionary Award as a key figure behind countless careers, songs, and moments that have marked the history of Latin music.

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