Carlos Rivera Wins Big at 2026 Heat Latin Music Awards: Complete Winners List

Carlos Rivera was the leading winner at the 2026 Heat Latin Music Awards, taking three awards, including best male artist and album of the year. The ceremony also recognised performers across Latin music and presented special awards, while marking its first edition hosted in Mexico.

Rivera won for his album *¡Vida México!* and the video for “Sin Despedida”, made with Alejandro Fernández. Karol G was named best female artist, Grupo Firme won regional Mexican artist and Ovy on the Drums was producer of the year. Cuban reparto acts Pututi and Nesty, and Rey Tony and Helabusador, performed at the ceremony in Puerto Vallarta; it had previously been held in the Dominican Republic and Colombia.