Karol G wins two Latin Grammys for Tropicoqueta and Verano Rosa

Colombian artists led by Karol G, Juanes, Fonseca, and Aria Vega claimed major victories at the Latin Grammy Awards on November 12, 2026, in Las Vegas.

Wins at the Las Vegas gala saw Colombian music dominate the event, which recognized vallenato, salsa, reguetón, and children’s music.

Karol G secured two gramophones at the MGM Grand Garden Arena: best reguetón performance alongside Feid for “Verano Rosa”, and best urban music album for ‘Tropicoqueta’. Juanes won best pop/rock album with “Juanesteban”, Fonseca triumphed in contemporary tropical album for “Antes que el tiempo se vaya”, and the Barranquilla native Aria Vega was chosen best new artist.

During the preview ceremony, Carlos Vives received the award for best cumbia/vallenato album for “El último disco, Vol. 1”. José Aguirre, director of Grupo Niche, obtained best tropical song for “Realidad-Es”. Cantoalegre and Marta Gómez won in children’s music with “Mil secretos”, while Vibarco was recognized as co-author of “Hasta Jesús tuvo un mal día”, which won in pop/rock. The national participation also shone on stage, where Karol G performed “Ese Hombre Es Malo” accompanied by an orchestra and mariachis, while Feid joined Daddy Yankee’s spectacle and Juanes sang “Desde que te tengo” with Carín León.

Fonseca and Grupo Niche participated in a musical tribute to Willie Colón, and Gusi opened the performances during the preview ceremony. Jorge Celedón and Karen Lizarazo figured among the artists convened to sing.

The presentation of statuettes also featured Colombian presence: Ryan Castro accompanied William Contreras when announcing the triumph of Fonseca, while Greeicy integrated the official list of presenters. Aria Vega expressed emotional thanks to Barranquilla and Colombia.

Before the awards unfolded, Karol G arrived at the red carpet wearing an ivory-toned dress with a tulle train and mermaid silhouette.

Designed by Celia Kritharioti from her Autumn-Winter 2026 collection and styled by Brett Alan Nelson, the gown featured a fitted bardot neckline with a front corset effect and was paired with stiletto-heeled strap sandals. Even amid a tour across Latin America with Mexico City as her next stop, she paused to attend the musical event.

Upon receiving her award for her album “Tropicoqueta”, a production celebrating traditional sounds from Latin America, Karol G expressed gratitude and reflected on her artistic growth.

“Compartir y trabajar con ellos creo que me hizo evolucionar mucho como persona, como artista”, expresó la colombiana.

She also highlighted the connection established with her touring audiences and the pride they feel for their roots.

“Lo más importante para mí es tener un disco con el que estoy girando y siento que cuando estoy cantando la gente se siente orgullosa de ser latina y de llevar su bandera con ellos. Eso es lo más lindo: ver a todos cantando, gozando”, manifestó.

Referencing the various genres explored on the record, she added: “Ver mi reguetón, bachata, mariachi, porque eso somos nosotros, todo eso y mucho más”.

She concluded her acceptance by thanking her supporters, team, and family, stating: “Estoy muy feliz y muy agradecida por este reconocimiento. Los amo a todos por su energía, por su amor, siempre su cariño. Y dedico esto a todo el equipo, gracias, Diosito, a todas las personas que hicieron parte de este disco”.