Photo: Bad Bunny / Instagram Bad Bunny was named the Top Latin Artist of the 21st Century at the Billboard Latin Music Awards, where the honor was presented by legend Rita Moreno . Moreno praised his success and spoke about the struggles Latino artists once faced in the U.S. Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio , thanked her and dedicated the award to young artists chasing their dreams. Photo: Bad Bunny / Instagram The win comes just months before he headlines the Super Bowl LX halftime show in February 2026, becoming the first Latin-American male solo artist to do so. His Super Bowl selection sparked backlash from some critics over his Spanish-language set and past immigration comments. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell defended the choice, saying the decision was “carefully thought through.” The award celebrates Bad Bunny’s record-breaking albums and global cultural impact. He also took home 11 awa...