Peso Pluma Dominates 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards Finalist List With 17 Nods

Peso Pluma is proving once again that his reign over the charts is absolute. The global Mexican music powerhouse has officially emerged as the top nominee for the upcoming 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards, scooping up an astonishing 17 finalist entries. The leader of the modern corridos tumbados movement is competing in premier categories, including the coveted Artist of the Year title as well as Regional Mexican Artist of the Year, Solo. His high-profile collaborative project *DINASTÍA*, made with Tito Double P, secured a spot in the running for Top Latin Album of the Year. Together, the pair dominated multiple track categories thanks to hit songs like “daño,” “dopamina,” “chiclona,” and “7-3,” which racked up nine combined mentions including spots on the Global 200 Latin chart rankings.

Who has the most nominations at the Billboard Latin Music Awards?

Peso Pluma might be at the very top of the stack, but he is far from the only star making a massive this year. Right on his heels is Tito Double P with 15 total entries, while regional Mexican powerhouse group Fuerza Regida pulled in 12 finalist mentions. The women are also bringing serious heat to the competition. Colombian chart-topper Karol G leads all female artists with nine nominations across the board. Bachata superstar Prince Royce earned eight category mentions, while reggaeton icon Bad Bunny sits close behind with seven nods of his own.

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When are the Billboard Latin Music Awards broadcast on TV?

Music lovers can tune in to catch all the star-studded action when the ceremony airs live on Telemundo on Oct. 22. The event features a total of 47 competitive categories, spotlighting top-tier talent in Latin pop, tropical, Latin rhythm, and regional Mexican music. Beyond the main competitive categories, the broadcast will also honor select icons with specialized career awards. The ceremony plans to hand out prestigious accolades including the Billboard Vanguard Award, the Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Billboard Spirit of Hope Award to recognize extraordinary lifetime contributions and philanthropic efforts within the music industry.