Young Miko chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo and Jessica Roiz ahead of Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026.
Villano Antillano chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo and Jessica Roiz ahead of Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026.
A wave of stars strutted the 2026 Billboard Latin Women in Music pink carpet on Thursday night (April 23) at the Telemundo Center in Miami.
Returning for its fourth annual gala, the intimate awards ceremony celebrates the women artists who are redefining the music industry, breaking barriers, and making an impact with their craft. It’s a night that honors the achievements and excellence of Latinas in the music realm.
The Class of 2026 includes Becky G (Global Impact Award), Gloria Trevi (Lifetime Achievement Award), Ivy Queen (Pioneer Award), Joy (Spirit of Change Award), Julieta Venegas (Artistic Excellence Award), Lola Indigo (Evolution Award) and Young Miko (Unstoppable Award).
Rosalía — whose LUX album debuted at No. 1 across five Billboard charts last year — is the 2026 Woman of the Year.
“I think her cultural impact has been massive,” Juanes said of the Spanish singer/songwriter in a heartfelt as-told-to essay for Billboard. “It’s not just about her music, but everything surrounding it — the fashion, the music videos, the lyrics. Everything matters. … If Rosalía ever doubts anything, it will only be about where her limits are, because I don’t think she has any. She approaches art as a whole, and I find that amazing and so difficult to achieve.”
In addition to the honorees, Natalia Lafourcade, Natti Natasha, Feid, David Bisbal and Villano Antillano are among the famed presenters at the event.
Hosted by Chiquis, the two-hour special dedicated to women Latin artists shaping the future of music is broadcasting live at 9 p.m. ET via Telemundo and streaming live on Peacock and the Telemundo app.
Below, check out the best photos from the 2026 Billboard Latin Women in Music.
Natalia Lafourcade chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo and Jessica Roiz ahead of Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026.
Ivy Queen delivered a masterclass in female Latin urban power as she kicked off the Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026 special, airing live on Thursday (April 23) on Telemundo.
Accompanied by a dozen male dancers, the legendary Puerto Rican artist dazzled with a powerful medley of her classics, showcasing her commanding presence in a black coat over a red bra, silver boots, and long blond braids that reached her waist. Moments later, she received the Pioneer Award from Colombian urban music star Feid.
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“For me, it is a source of pride to be able to travel the world with a repertoire that validates my flow, my character, and my essence — and, above all, to be able to put food on the table for my daughter Naiovy, who is watching me, through the music I fell in love with and which has been my companion for so long,” Ivy said upon accepting the award.
After emphasizing that behind great artists are incredible women in the music industry, such as managers, publicists and others, she added: “Women, being underestimated is the beginning of everything. … Don’t forget, on this journey, to present yourself in a way that shows others how you want to be treated. Everything begins with you.”
Lastly, she said, “Let’s remember that an authentic path takes longer, but the impact is legendary because it lasts forever. Naiovy, I’m going home with this for you.”
Honored for helping transform the music industry by breaking barriers, paving new paths and inspiring future generations, Ivy Queen — who was previously recognized as an Icon at the 2023 Billboard Women In Music Awards — has held the crown as the Queen of Reggaetón for more than three decades. She began her career in the early 1990s, when the genre was an underground movement dominated by men.
On the Billboard charts, she made her first entry in 1999 with “In the Zone” alongside Wyclef Jean, which debuted at No. 38 on Rhythmic Airplay. Since then, she has appeared consistently on the charts, achieving 20 entries on Latin Rhythm Airplay and nine on Top Latin Albums — including three in the top 10 — as well as 11 solo entries on the Latin Rhythm Albums chart, including eight top 10s and two No. 1s.
Her most iconic song to date, “Quiero Bailar” — in which she sings about how arousal and flirting do not equate to consent — reached No. 6 on the Tropical Airplay chart and debuted on Hot Latin Songs and Latin Airplay in 2005.
Hosted by Chiquis, the fourth edition of Billboard Latin Women in Music also honors Rosalía as Woman of the Year, as well as Gloria Trevi (Lifetime Achievement Award), Julieta Venegas (Artistic Excellence), Becky G (Global Impact), Young Miko (Unstoppable Artist), Joy (Agent of Change) and Lola Indigo (Artistic Evolution).
Gloria Trevi chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo and Jessica Roiz ahead of Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026.
Becky G chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo and Jessica Roiz ahead of Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026.
David Bisbal chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo and Jessica Roiz ahead of Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026.
Boutique music rights company MusicBird acquired the master royalty income of musician Dougie Thomson’s recordings with the band Supertramp, in which he served as bassist for more than 15 years. The deal includes hit tracks like “Goodbye Stranger,” “Give a Little Bit” and “Breakfast in America.”
Paul Brown, CEO of MusicBird, said in a statement: “We have ambitious growth plans and are continuing to build momentum, converting our deal pipeline, while staying true to our investment strategy with a laser focus on brilliant music. With enduring global popularity spanning more than half a century, Dougie’s catalogue further diversifies our collection of music rights across different eras and geographies, as well as bringing the weight of truly stratospheric commercial success to our collection.
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“As an integral part of one of the most successful bands of all time, Dougie’s career is a rare combination of creative impact, longevity and cultural influence at the highest level of popular music,” Brown added. Supertramp’s music continues to find new fans and opportunities for success, and we are excited to be part of that ongoing journey.”
Said Thomson: “I am immensely proud of the music I recorded with Supertramp and am grateful that so many people are still listening to and discovering it now. The MusicBird team has genuine care for this music, and I am pleased to entrust them with my interest in the catalogue.”
Check out more recent music deals below, including a Futures Music Group fundraise, a PopArabia acquisition and a Bandsintown/Amazon Music integration.
Lola Índigo chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo and Jessica Roiz ahead of Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026.
