ALEJANDRO SANZ TO RECEIVE THE BILLBOARD LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD AT THE 2024 BILLBOARD LATIN MUSIC AWARDS
Miami, FL (October 10, 2024) – The 2024 Billboard Latin Music Awards will present internationally renowned Spanish singer and composer Alejandro Sanz with the Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award. The highly anticipated awards show will be broadcast on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 9pm/8c on Telemundo. Viewers can also catch the live stream on the Telemundo App, Peacock, and throughout Latin America and the Caribbean on Telemundo Internacional.
“I’m very happy to return to the Billboard Latin Music Awards, it’s certainly special. I am deeply grateful for this recognition from Billboard, and I love that it takes place in Miami. It’s fantastic to be home,” said Sanz.
Known for his chart-topping hits and powerful performances, Alejandro Sanz has captivated audiences worldwide with his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics. From the launch of Viviendo Deprisa in 1991 to his latest studio album SANZ, released in December 2021, his talent and passion have made him one of the most respected and influential artists of our time.
His remarkable career boasts over 25 million records sold, with all his albums achieving multi-platinum status in Spain, Latin America and the United States, solidifying his status as a global superstar. Throughout a musical journey that spans over 30 years, Sanz has collaborated with esteemed artists from around the world, including Alicia Keys, Shakira, Destiny’s Child, Laura Pausini, Juanes, Marc Anthony, and many more. Notable recent releases include “NASA” with Camilo; “La Despedida,” featured in the movie “Bullet Train,” and “Yo Soy” with Eros Ramazzotti.
Sanz’s contributions to the industry have earned him a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a testament to his enduring impact on the entertainment industry. Among his latest recognitions, the Madrid-born artist has been bestowed the degree of Doctor Honoris Causa by the University of Cadiz and was deemed the esteemed title of “Favorite Son” by Andalusia and the Province of Cadiz.
The Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award is a fitting tribute to Alejandro Sanz’s remarkable career. His artistic and personal contributions have expanded the reach of Latin music worldwide, and his influence continues to shape the industry today. Past recipients of the Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award include Andrea Boccelli, Armando Manzanero, Conjunto Primavera, Emmanuel, Flaco Jiménez, Intocable, Jorge Pinos, José José, Los Ángeles Azules, Los Lobos, Los Temerarios, Maná, Marco Antonio Solís, Miguel Bosé, Ricardo Arjona, Roberto Carlos, and Santana.
The Awards are the culmination of Billboard Latin Music Week, which returns to Miami October 14-18, 2024, celebrating Latin music, culture, and entertainment all week long with exclusive performances, one-of-a-kind conversations, workshops, showcases and exclusive fan experiences. Learn more about Billboard Latin Music Week and register at billboardlatinmusicweek.com.
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NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises leads the media industry in the production and distribution of Spanish-language content for U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. The company serves U.S. Hispanics through its national broadcast network, the cable network Universo, and digital platforms including the Telemundo app, a suite of FAST channels, and streaming services, such as Peacock, among others. The Telemundo Network offers Spanish-language entertainment, news, and sports content reaching 95% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 30 owned stations and 91 affiliate stations. Telemundo also owns an independent station serving Puerto Rico. Anchored on Telemundo Studios, the network is the #1 producer of scripted Spanish-language content in the U.S., and the only network to produce original content specifically for US Hispanic audiences. Offering over 600 hours of reality TV shows a year, and top-rated live specials such as the Billboard Latin Music Awards and Miss Universe, Telemundo is considered the undisputed Home of Live TV in Hispanic media. The network is also the exclusive Spanish-language home of the world’s two most popular sporting events, the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.