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In one of the most powerful and emotional moments of the 2024 Premios Juventud, Lele Pons emphasized her message of self-love when she was recognized as an Agent of Change at the Thursday (July 25) ceremony in Puerto Rico’s José Miguel Agrelot Coliseum .
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After tearfully receiving the award from her father, who seemed to have surprised her by presenting it, the Venezuelan influencer and singer regained her composure and gave a powerful and eloquent speech to the millions of people who follow her on social media.
“Enough of looking for your happiness in the acceptance of other people who don’t value you. Look for it in God, look for it in yourself and in the people who love you and who will be there for you,” Pons said. “I use my platform to see if I can help people love themselves and take life [more lightly] and laugh at their cellulite, and if you got your nose done, please show that, be you, be transparent.”
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“I’m here because I want you to love yourselves, because, who cares? So what? Not everyone is going to love you, you don’t have to be liked by everyone. That is THEIR problem, not yours. Love yourself, respect yourself, you’re enough,” she added.
Pons served as the evening’s co-host alongside Clarissa Molina and Wisin, and was one of three honorees with the Spirit of Change award, which “recognizes and celebrates” young entrepreneurs and prominent stars who “selflessly contribute to creating a better world.” The other two honorees were Anitta and Los Tigres del Norte.
In its 21st annual edition, Premios Juventud had Carín León, Maluma, Peso Pluma, Karol G, and Shakira among its main nominees. To see the list of winners, click here.
Watch Lele’s speech below.
A wave of Latin artists, emerging and established, arrived at the 2024 Premios Juventud in San Juan, Puerto Rico on Thursday (July 25) to traditionally celebrate the “extraordinary accomplishments in society, celebrating music, new artists, community and creators,” according to a press release.
This year’s fan-voted award show—which gave prominence to creators, figures who “lead on social media, by introducing new award categories to spotlight those who are making significant waves in la cultura”—were lead by top nominees Carin León, Maluma, and Peso Pluma, with seven nominations each. Karol G was the big winner of the night, nabbing five awards including female Premios Juventud artist and best urban album for Mañana Será Bonito (Bichota Season). (See full winners list here)
Other top nominees included Shakira with six nominations; Becky G and Grupo Frontera with five nominations; and up for four awards each, Bad Bunny, Bizarrap, Farruko, Feid, Fuerza Regida, Manuel Turizo and Ozuna.
Meanwhile, artists such as Ivy Queen, Natti Natasha, Emilia, Prince Royce, Los Esquivel, Los Ángeles Azules, and Reik, took center stage at the ceremony for memorable performances.
Additionally, Premios Juventud recognized Anitta, Lele Pons, and Los Tigres del Norte with the coveted “Agent of Change” recognition, celebrating young entrepreneurs and prominent stars who selflessly contribute to creating a better world. Previous AOC titleholders include Ricky Martin, Shakira, Becky G, Camila Cabello, J Balvin, and Daddy Yankee, to name a few.
As all of this was televised live on Univision and streamed on ViX, Billboard was catching all the action backstage—at the red carpet and media center—that you didn’t see on TV. Check out the list below:
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The stage was set for a monumental tribute at Premios Juventud 2024, as the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot came alive to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Fania Records. The tribute not only revisited the indelible imprint Fania has left on music but also the enduring influence of its legendary icons like Willie Colón, Celia Cruz, Héctor Lavoe, and Tito Puente.
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Kicking off the medley with the seminal “Oye Como Va” by Tito Puente, the legendary Venezuelan Oscar D’León delivered a powerful rendition right from the start, looking snazzy in a yellow metallic suit.
Meanwhile, salsa producer/keyboardist Sergio George and Peruvian-American percussionist Tony Succa, and Tito Puente Jr. accompanied him, and eventually the rest of the singers who took front stage.
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The set continued to dazzle as Anitta, in a sparkly mustard dress, delivered a passionate rendition of La Lupe’s “Fiebre.” Tener fiebre no es de ahora, hace mucho tiempo que empezó. ¡Ayyy!,” she belted, surrounded by men in black lace shirts.
A peak moment occurred when La India — a powerhouse who has famously reimagined Celia Cruz’s transcendental hits — not only sang “Quimbara” but sang the hell out of the salsa smasher. “Le canto a la reina de la salsa, Celia Cruz, a la estrella de la Fania,” she wailed.
Then, Puerto Rican singer Luis Figueroa took the stage, wearing a dark glimmering suite, to deliver Willie Colón and Héctor Lavoe’s “Aguanile”. Ivy Queen, with her long blonde hair, sang “Mi Gente” by Héctor Lavoe.
“Not only did Fania All-Stars made musical history, but it united people of different cultures and origins, and through the power of salsa, they made history,” said host/superstar Wisin prior to the star-studded tribute.
As new and old fans alike were reminded of Fania’s radical origins and its role in propelling Latin music on the global stage, the tribute at the award show underscored the timeless appeal and cultural significance of the fabled label.
The 2024 Premios Juventud is hosted by Lele Pons, Clarissa Molina and Wisin. See the list of this year’s winners here.
Mexican cumbia icons Los Ángeles Azules and Argentine star Emilia joined forces to sing their chart-topping Billboard hit “Perdonarte, ¿Para Qué?” at Premios Juventud 2024. Their performance marked a milestone, celebrating Los Ángeles Azules’ debut No. 1 on the chart after an impressive three decades in the music industry. Explore See latest videos, charts and news […]
You can always count on Los Tigres del Norte to tell it how it is, both onstage and off the stage.
On Thursday (July 25), the legendary Mexican group attended, for the first time ever, the Premios Juventud awards show, where they were honored with an Agent of Change Award for being La Voz del Pueblo. For decades, the band has used its platform to fight for social justice and amplify marginalized voices while advocating for immigration policies.
“It’s a great satisfaction but at the same time very big because Agent of Change means many things,” Hernan Hernández told Billboard on the red carpet, just ahead of the awards ceremony. “But especially the people who help without expecting anything in return, help the community. Our music has helped many things, but outside of music, it helps people who need it; that gives us great satisfaction, to be able to do something with those who have given you so much. That is the distinction.”
The band also shared a few words about the landscape of the 2024 presidential election in the United States. As artists who have encouraged the Latino vote, the band’s leader, Jorge Hernández, expressed, “We were a little nervous, but now that Mr. President has decided to leave a path for Kamala, well, I think that now we can realize the dream that we all want, and that she will be elected on this occasion, for various reasons.” Adding, “We invite you to vote, those who can vote, and make their own decision. We will be fighting at any time to continue communicating to the whole nation the great importance of voting.”
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During the show, Los Tigres del Norte gave a powerful performance of their latest hit “Aquí Mando Yo,” and later thanked their families and fans for the support.
The 2024 Premios Juventud — a fan-voted awards show — is taking place at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot in San Juan and hosted by Lele Pons, Clarissa Molina and Wisin. For its 21st annual ceremony, Carin León, Maluma, Peso Pluma, Karol G and Shakira are among the most nominated acts. Meanwhile, Anitta, Los Tigres del Norte and Lele Pons each received an Agent of Change Award, which “recognizes and celebrates” young entrepreneurs and prominent stars who “selflessly contribute to creating a better world,” according to the awards show. See the list of this year’s winners here.
—Additional reporting by Jessica Roiz
Premios Juventud 2024 kicked off in a spirited spectacle led by the illustrious salsa producer Sergio George and reggaetón heavyweight Wisin, setting the stage ablaze, equipped with red lighting, at Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot. Celebrating tropical rhythms, their opening performance of “La Vida Es Una Fiesta” — which they live-premiered Thursday (July […]
Peso Pluma, Carin León, Maluma, Karol G and Shakira are among the top nominees at the 2024 Premios Juventud, taking place Thursday (July 25) at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot in San Juan.
Hosted by Lele Pons, Clarissa Molina and Wisin, Premios Juventud — a fan-voted awards show — recognizes artists in categories like Premios Juventud male artist/female artist, favorite group or duo of the year and new generation male artist/female artist.
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According to a press release, this year, the ceremony will give prominence to “creators,” figures who “lead on social media, by introducing new award categories to spotlight those who are making significant waves in la cultura.”
Find the 2024 Premios Juventud winners below (updating):
Premios Juventud Male Artist
Bad BunnyCarín LeónMalumaPeso PlumaSebastián Yatra
Premios Juventud Female Artist
AnittaBecky GKarol GMaria BecerraShakira
Favorite Group or Duo of The Year
Fuerza RegidaHa*AshLos Ángeles AzulesMau y RickyReik
New Generation – Female Artist
Ela TaubertJ NoaJoaquinaRainaoZhamira Zambrano
New Generation – Male Artist
Christian AliceaDei VIzaakJere KleinLos EsquivelLuar La LLuck RaMilo JOmar CourtzVenesti
New Generation – Regional Mexican
Chino PacasDelilahGabito BallesterosJasiel NuñezMichelle MacielNathan GalanteOscar MaydonXavi
The Best Beatmakers
Big OneBizarrapChris JediEdgar BarreraGaby MusicMAGOvy on the DrumsSky RompiendoTainyZecca
The Perfect Collab
“ALV” — Arcángel, Grupo Frontera“Bellakeo” — Peso Pluma, Anitta“Cosas de la Peda” — Prince Royce, Gabito Ballesteros“De lunes a Lunes” — Manuel Turizo, Grupo Frontera“El Jefe” — Shakira, Fuerza Regida“En Esta Boca” — Kany García, Young Miko“Las Mujeres” — Carlos Vives, Juanes“Ni Me Debes Ni Te Debo” — Carín León, Camilo“Por el Contrario” — Becky G, Ángela Aguilar, Leonardo Aguilar“Según Quién” – Maluma, Carín León
OMG Collaboration
“Celular” — Nicky Jam, Maluma, The Chainsmokers“Contigo” — Karol G, Tiësto“Dientes” — J Balvin, Usher, DJ Khaled“Esta Vida” – Marshmello, Farruko — WINNER“Freak 54 (Freak Out)” — Pitbull, Nile Rodgers“K-Pop” — Travis Scott, Bad Bunny, The Weeknd“Muñekita — Kali Uchis, El Alfa, JT“Niña Bonita” — Feid, Sean Paul“Puntería” — Shakira, Cardi B“Vocation” — Ozuna, David Guetta
Girl Power
“En Esta Boca” — Kany García, Young Miko“La_Original.mp3” — Emilia, TINI“Labios Mordidos” — Kali Uchis, Karol G“Nadie De Ti” — Ana Bárbara, Majo Aguilar“Puntería” – Shakira, Cardi B
My Favorite Dance Track
“Celular” — Nicky Jam, Maluma, The Chainsmokers“Contigo” — Karol G, Tiësto“Dientes” — J Balvin, Usher, DJ Khaled“Esta Vida” – Marshmello, Farruko“La_Original.mp3” — Emilia, TINI“Las Babys” — Aitana“Rauw Alejandro: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 56” — Bizarrap, Rauw Alejandro“Vocation” — Ozuna, David Guetta
Best Urban Track
“Funk Rave” — Anitta“LALA” — Myke Towers“Monaco” — Bad Bunny“Niña Bonita” — Feid, Sean Paul“Qlona” — Karol G, Peso Pluma“Un Cigarrillo” — Chencho Corleone
Best Urban Mix
“Bubalu” — Feid, Rema“Borracho y Loco” — Yandel, Myke Towers“Quema” — Ryan Castro, Peso Pluma, SOG“Podemos Repetirlo” — Don Omar, Chencho Corleone“Tucu” — Ozuna, Amarion
Best Urban Album
Att. — Young MikoCosmo — OzunaForever King — Don OmarLVEU: Vive La Tuya…No La Mía — Myke TowersMañana Será Bonito (Bichota Season) — Karol GMor, No Le Temas a la Oscuridad — FeidNadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana — Bad BunnySol María — Eladio Carrión
Best Pop/Urban Song
“Bonita” — Daddy Yankee“Coco Loco” — Maluma“Corazón Vacío” — Maria Becerra“No Te Enamores de Él” — Danny Ocean“Pasa_je_ro” — Farruko“Una Noche Sin Pensar” — Sebastián Yatra
Best Pop/Urban Collaboration
“Arranca” — Becky G, Omega“Baby Hello” — Rauw Alejandro, Bizarrap“Copa Vacía” — Shakira, Manuel Turizo“Esta Cida” — Marshmello, Farruko“Manos Frías” — Mau y Ricky, Reik, Beéle“Vagabundo” — Sebastián Yatra, Manuel Turizo, Beéle
Best Pop/Urban Album
.MP3 — EmiliaBailemos Otra Vez — ChayanneDon Juan — MalumaLas Mujeres Ya No Lloran — ShakiraSincerándome — Carlos Rivera
Tropical Hit
“Bailando Bachata” — Chayanne“Bandido” — Luis Figueroa“Mambo 23” — Juan Luis Guerra 4.40“Me EnRD” — Prince Royce“Punta Cana” — Marc Anthony
Tropical Mix
“El Yate (Salsa Version)” — Lenny Tavárez, Sergio George“Las Mujeres” — Carlos Vives, Juanes“No Es Normal” — Maffio, Nacho, Venesti“Plis” — Camilo y Evaluna Montaner“Si Tú Me Quieres” — Fonseca, Juan Luis Guerra 4.40
Best Tropical Album
Clásicos de la Provincia 30 Años (Remastered & Expanded) — Carlos VivesLlamada Perdida — Prince RoyceRadio Güira — Juan Luis Guerra 4.40Voy a Ti — Luis FigueroaYo — Christian Alicea
Best Regional Mexican Song
“Como Quieras Quiero” — Edén Muñoz“Dios Bendiga Nuestro Amor” — Banda El Recodo de Cruz Lizárraga“Indispensable” — Carin León“La Diabla” — Xavi“No Es Que Me Quiera Ir” — Alejandro Fernández“No Se Vale” — Edwin Luna, La Trakalosa De Monterrey“Obsesión” — Intocable“Te Quiero Ver” — La Maquinaria Norteña“Un Cumbión Dolido” — Christian Nodal“Vengo de Verla” — Calibre 50
Best Regional Mexican Collaboration
“Alch Si” — Carin León, Grupo Frontera“CCC” — Michelle Maciel, Eden Muñoz“La Cumbia Triste” — Los Ángeles Azules, Alejandro Fernández“Lady Gaga” — Peso Pluma, Gabito Ballesteros, Junior H“Santo Patrón” — Banda MS de Sergio Lizárraga, Fuerza Regida
Best Regional Mexican Fusion
“De Lunes a Lunes” — Manuel Turizo, Grupo Frontera“El Amor de mi Vida” — Los Ángeles Azules, Maria BecerraA“Peso Pluma: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 55” — Bizarrap, Peso Pluma“Por el Contrario” — Becky G, Ángela, Leonardo Aguilar“Según Quién” — Maluma, Carín León
Best Regional Mexican Album
Colmillo De Leche — Carín LeónComo En Los Viejos Tiempos — Edén MuñozEl Comienzo — Grupo FronteraEsquinas — Becky GExótico (Deluxe) — La Maquinaria NorteñaForajido EP2 — Christian NodalGénesis — Peso PlumaModus Operandi — IntocablePa Las Baby’s y Belikeada — Fuerza RegidaTiempo Al Tiempo — Calibre 50
Creator of the Year
Basi CedranDani ValleTammy ParraWendy GuevaraYeri Mua
Creator that Inspires Me
Carlos Eduardo EspinaDaniel HabifNilda ChiaraviglioSofia BellaVanesa Amaro
Creator with a Social Cause
Alexis OmmanJake CejaJuan González — WINNERJuixxeManuel Nunez
Best LOL
Andres JohnsonJezziniKarla De La Torre La JoseMr. Chuy
My Favorite Actor
Daniel Elbittar — El Amor No Tiene RecetaEmmanuel Palomares — Perdona Nuestros PecadosGabriel Soto — Vencer La CulpaMarcus Ornellas — Eternamente AmándonosMatías Novoa — Cabo
My Favorite Actress
Bárbara de Regil — CaboCarolina Miranda — Tierra de EsperanzaClaudia Martín — El Amor No Tiene RecetaCoco Máxima — El Amor No Tiene RecetaLivia Brito — Minas de Pasión
They Make Me Fall In Love
Angelique Boyer, Daniel Elbittar — El Amor InvencibleCarolina Miranda, Andrés Palacios — Tierra de EsperanzaClaudia Martín, Daniel Elbittar — El Amor No Tiene RecetaLivia Brito, Osvaldo de León — Minas de PasiónMarcus Ornellas, Alejandra Robles Gil — Eternamente Amándonos
Black was the color of the night at the 2024 Premios Juventud red carpet on Thursday (July 25). Among the first to walk and pose was Anitta, who wore a crisscross halter top see-through black dress. Meanwhile, Domelipa wore a flowy black dress that was perfect for the hot and muggy weather in Puerto Rico.Others that walked the red carpet included La India, also in black, who will perform alongside Anitta in a salsa tribute to Fania. Also in full black were Argentine hitmaker Emilia with a long, leather, tight black dress and Prince Royce, who arrived in a minimalistic, yet elegant two-piece accessorized with silver jewelry and chains.
Meanwhile, Lele Pons, one of the night’s hosts, arrived in a gorgeous metallic, cutout dress. Representing regional Mexican music, Joss Favela stood out with an off-white ensemble that included a tejana (cowboy hat) and pointy boots.
Others who walked the red carpet before the show included Fariana, Oscar De León, Mau y Ricky, Reik and Los Tigres del Norte, who made their debut at the awards show.
The 2024 Premios Juventud — a fan-voted awards show — is taking place at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and hosted by Lele Pons, Clarissa Molina and Wisin, For its 21st annual ceremony, Carín León, Maluma, Peso Pluma, Karol G and Shakira are among the most nominated acts. Meanwhile, Anitta, Los Tigres del Norte and Lele Pons each will receive an Agent of Change Award, which “recognizes and celebrates” young entrepreneurs and prominent stars who “selflessly contribute to creating a better world,” according to the awards show.
Here are the best photos of the artists on the red carpet as they arrived at the gala.
Elena Rose
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Elena Rose attends the 2024 Premios Juventud Awards at Coliseo Jose Miguel Agrelot on July 25, 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Anitta
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Anitta attends the 2024 Premios Juventud Awards at Coliseo Jose Miguel Agrelot on July 25, 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Joss Favela
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Joss Favela attends the 2024 Premios Juventud Awards at Coliseo Jose Miguel Agrelot on July 25, 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Mau y Ricky
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Mau y Ricky attends the 2024 Premios Juventud Awards at Coliseo Jose Miguel Agrelot on July 25, 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Luar La L
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Luar La L attends the 2024 Premios Juventud Awards at Coliseo Jose Miguel Agrelot on July 25, 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Omar Courtz
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Omar Courtz attends the 2024 Premios Juventud Awards at Coliseo Jose Miguel Agrelot on July 25, 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Lele Pons
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Lele Pons attends the 2024 Premios Juventud Awards at Coliseo Jose Miguel Agrelot on July 25, 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Lasso
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Lasso attends the 2024 Premios Juventud Awards at Coliseo Jose Miguel Agrelot on July 25, 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Los Angeles Azules
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Los Angeles Azules attend the 2024 Premios Juventud Awards at Coliseo Jose Miguel Agrelot on July 25, 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Lenny Tavarez
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Lenny Tavarez attends the 2024 Premios Juventud Awards at Coliseo Jose Miguel Agrelot on July 25, 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.