The global merengue superstar will be honored and take the stage LIVE on Telemundo on October 23 at 8pm/7c from Miami’s James L. Knight Center
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Miami, FL, October 14, 2025 – Telemundo and Billboard announced today that Elvis Crespo will be honored with the Billboard Hall of Fame Award at the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards, where he will deliver an electrifying performance celebrating his legendary career and lasting impact. He will be joined on stage by rising Dominican star Ebenezer Guerra, legendary merengue singer Toño Rosario,and Dominican urban music force La Insuperable in an electrifying collaboration blending tradition, innovation, and the unmistakable energy of Merengue. The longest-running and most prestigious Latin music awards will broadcast live on Telemundo on Thursday, October 23 at 8pm/7c, stream on the Telemundo App and Peacock, and air throughout Latin America and the Caribbean on Telemundo Internacional. Tickets to the event are now available on Ticketmaster.
“Receiving the Billboard Hall of Fame Award is one of the greatest honors of my career. This award is not only for me, it’s for merengue, for Puerto Rico, and for every fan who has danced and celebrated life with my music. To share this moment on the Billboard Latin Music Awards stage is truly unforgettable,” said Elvis Crespo.
The Billboard Hall of Fame Award celebrates a career that extends beyond musical performance and takes into account the incredible influence the recipient enjoys as an artist globally in multiple fields. The award is reserved for artists who have achieved worldwide recognition for their work, transcending musical genres and languages. Previous winners of the coveted award include José José, Vicente Fernández, Rocío Durcal, Marco Antonio Solís, Joan Sebastian, and Marc Anthony among others.
Elvis Crespo’s music has defined and redefined merengue for nearly three decades. His global smash “Suavemente” became a cultural phenomenon, topping Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart and breaking records as one of the most streamed Latin songs worldwide. The track continues to thrive in films, global ad campaigns, and viral social media moments, embraced by stars such as Bad Bunny, Karol G, Dua Lipa, and even Hollywood legends like Anthony Hopkins.
In addition to his iconic classics “Suavemente” and “Tu Sonrisa,” Elvis Crespo has successfully bridged genres with crossover hits like “Azukita” alongside Steve Aoki, Daddy Yankee, and Play-N-Skillz, and “Bailar” with Deorro. These collaborations took his merengue to global electronic music festivals, including Tomorrowland, Ultra and Coachella, marking the first time a Latin artist appeared at the festival. Both tracks became international anthems and placed Crespo on Billboard’s Dance/Electronic charts, underscoring his cross-generational and cross-genre appeal.
With his new album,Poeta Herío, Elvis Crespo opens a bold and deeply personal chapter in his career. The album has resonated across the United States, Latin America, Spain, and the Caribbean, showcasing his unmistakable style, vibrant rhythms, and collaborations that unite generations of artists, including Arcángel, Ebenezer Guerra, El Blachy, Fariana, Ivy Queen, Jerry Rivera, La Insuperable, Luck-Ra, Oscarito, Toño Rosario, and Víctor Manuelle.
Celebrating his return to the top of the radio charts in both the U.S. and the Dominican Republic, Crespo’s collaborations, including “Nuestra Canción,” “Luna Llena” with Ebenezer Guerra, “Cora Roto” with Arcángel, and “Me Mataron” with El Blachy, highlight his continued relevance and innovation in Latin music. Currently, the GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® Award-winning artist is connecting directly with fans through his “Bodega Tour 2025: El Barrio Canta,” a surprise tour that visits iconic bodegas and neighborhood grocery stores in Puerto Rico and the United States. The tour celebrates authenticity, community, and the everyday culture of Latino neighborhoods, reaffirming Crespo’s role not just as a music icon but as a cultural ambassador.
Beyond the stage, Elvis Crespo’s impact extends into global culture. His sound has powered campaigns for brands like Coca-Cola, McDonalds, T-Mobile, Target, and Huggies. His music has been featured in Hollywood films, Super Bowl commercials, and viral social media moments, solidifying his role as a cultural staple.
It is this unparalleled reach and influence, transcending music, culture, and generations, that the Billboard Latin Music Awards will honor with the Billboard Hall of Fame Award.
Elvis Crespo, Ebenezer Guerra, Toño Rosario and La Insuperable join the already announced lineup of performers for this year’s show, including the much awaited return of Daddy Yankee to the stage, as well as the participation of Abraham Mateo, Angel Lopez, Arthur Hanlon, Carlos Vives, Danny Ocean, Emilia, Grupo Frontera, Juan Duque, Kapo, La Arrolladora Banda El Limón de René Camacho, Laura Pausini, Los Pleneros de la Cresta, Musza, Netón Vega, NXNNI, Olga Tañón, Óscar Maydon, Peso Pluma, Ozuna, Wisin and Xavi, in what promises to be an unforgettable night.
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The awards are the grand finale of Billboard Latin Music Week, taking place in Miami October 20-24, 2025. The industry’s must-attend event offers exclusive performances, one-of-a-kind conversations, workshops, showcases and unique fan experiences, culminating in the Billboard Latin Music Awards. Learn more and register at billboardlatinmusicweek.com.
BLMA X Post: Just announced! @elviscrespo will be honored with the Billboard Hall of Fame Award at #PremiosBillboard2025 The global merengue superstar will also deliver a special performance LIVE Oct. 23 on @Telemundo. Don’t miss this historic night!
BLMA FB/IG Post: Global merengue superstar @ElvisCrespoLive will receive the prestigious Billboard Hall of Fame Award at the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards! From Suavemente to worldwide hits that have crossed generations, Crespo’s legacy has transformed Latin music and culture. He will also light up the stage with a performance you won’t forget. Watch it all LIVE on Thursday, October 23 at 8pm/7c on @Telemundo, also available on the Telemundo App, Peacock, and Telemundo Internacional. Get your tickets now on Ticketmaster! #ElvisCrespo #PremiosBillboard2025 #Merengue
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