Billboard Latin Music Awards: How to Vote for Fan Favorite Artist
Just one week away from the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards, a new category is giving fans a historic opportunity to choose one of the night’s winners: Fan Favorite Artist. This exciting addition to the ceremony empowers the audience to directly impact the outcome of one of the most anticipated nights in Latin music.
Announced on Thursday (Oct. 15), the award will be contested by this year’s top five finalists: Peso Pluma, Karol G, Fuerza Regida, Prince Royce, and Tito Double P. The winner will be revealed live during the Thursday, Oct. 22 ceremony, which will air on Telemundo and Peacock starting at 8 p.m. ET from the James L. Knight Center in Miami.
A Competitive Field of Finalists
The nominees represent the pinnacle of current Latin music success. Peso Pluma leads this year’s list of finalists, with nominations including Artist of the Year and Global 200 Latin Song of the Year. Fuerza Regida is a finalist in 12 categories, while Karol G follows with nine, including nods for Artist of the Year and Tour of the Year. Prince Royce rounds out the top five with eight nominations, highlighting his enduring influence in the tropical music scene.
How to Cast Your Vote
Voting is now open at Telemundo.com/vota. Eligible fans can cast up to 10 votes per day using a Google account and an additional 10 votes per day with an NBCUniversal profile, for a total of up to 20 votes per day across both options. Voting is free and open to individuals aged 13 and older residing in the United States, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. The polls will close on Thursday, Oct. 22, at approximately 7 p.m. ET.
The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards will also feature a star-studded lineup of performers and special honorees, including Cristian Castro, Rubén Blades, and Rosalía. With the introduction of the Fan Favorite Artist award, the ceremony promises to be a landmark event for both the artists and their dedicated fanbases.
