Ricky Martin’s Historic Recognition: First Latin Icon Award Recipient at 2025 MTV VMAs

A Pioneering Achievement in Latin Music

Ricky Martin is set to make history at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) as the recipient of the first-ever Latin Icon award. The ceremony will take place at the UBS Arena in Elmont, New York.

A Career-Defining Moment

The upcoming ceremony promises to be memorable, with Martin scheduled to deliver a show-stopping performance featuring a medley of his biggest hits, complete with multiple costume changes. The singer is expected to address the audience with a heartfelt speech about unity and music’s power to break boundaries.

Martin’s recognition comes as no surprise, given his role as a pioneer in bringing Latin pop music to mainstream recognition. His influence opened doors for numerous Latin artists including Jennifer Lopez, Shakira, Christina Aguilera, Marc Anthony, Santana, and Enrique Iglesias, who followed his path to chart success.

Legacy and Achievements

Throughout his illustrious career, Martin has accumulated an impressive collection of over 200 awards, making him the most awarded male Latin artist. His accolades include two Grammy Awards, five Latin Grammy Awards, five MTV Video Music Awards, two American Music Awards, and numerous other prestigious recognitions.

With over 70 million records sold worldwide, Martin has established himself as one of the best-selling Latin music artists of all time.

The 2025 VMAs Celebration

The 2025 VMAs ceremony will broadcast live from New York’s UBS Arena on September 7, starting at 8 p.m. ET/5 PT. This marks the second consecutive year the event is being held at this venue. The star-studded lineup includes performances by Sabrina Carpenter, Conan Gray, Doja Cat, Jelly Roll, Post Malone, and Tate McRae, making the 2025 MTV VMAs an already iconic event.