Bad Bunny added another major accolade to his growing list of achievements after being named “Best Artist of the 21st Century” at the Latin Billboard Awards. The Puerto Rican superstar took the stage Thursday night to receive the prestigious honor from legendary actress Rita Moreno, who praised him for his “strength and passion” as an artist redefining Latin music worldwide. The crowd erupted as Moreno handed over the trophy, marking a historic milestone in Bad Bunny’s trailblazing career.
In his acceptance speech, the “DtMF” hitmaker reflected on the hard work and dedication behind his success while giving credit to his team and fellow Latin artists who have pushed the genre to global prominence. “I’m aware that this award could have been for any of the artists here tonight who have also contributed to Latin music, who have inspired me, who are why I’m here,” he said. “I will always identify with those artists because I consider myself a young man who continues to dream, with many goals and things to do.”
Interestingly, Bad Bunny avoided mentioning his highly anticipated performance at next year’s Super Bowl LX Halftime Show — a move that’s sparked heated debates online. Despite the mixed reactions, the award cements his status as one of the most influential figures in modern Latin music, continuing his unstoppable rise on the world stage.
