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The 2021 Latin Grammys will return to Las Vegas.
This was announced by the Latin Recording Academy this Thursday through a statement.
The ceremony for the 22nd edition of the awards will take place on Thursday, November 18 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
For 2020, the night that awards the best of Latin music, he moved to the city of Miami.
A change that was due to the coronavirus pandemic and that, although it was a face-to-face event, did not have an audience.
"The past year was full of unknowns, but also new opportunities for those who adapted quickly," said Gabriel Abaroa Jr., president and CEO of The Latin Recording Academy, through a statement.
“We drew strength from music to welcome back our invincible Latino music-loving community for the 13th year to Las Vegas, to celebrate our culture, ethnicity and diversity, and to recognize excellence in music, strength that we it helps heal and continue to bond, ”Abaroa Jr. said in a statement.
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The artists named "Person of the Year" by the Latin Grammy |
Ruben Blades was selected by the Latin Recording Academy as the "Person of the Year" of 2021. (David Becker / Getty Images) →
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Colombian superstar Juanes received the "Person of the Year" award during the 20th edition of the Latin Grammy Awards, in 2019. (Credit: Rich Fury / Getty Images)
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In 2018, Maná became the first band to receive the "Person of the Year" award from the Latin Grammy Awards.
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Alejandro Sanz received the "Person of the Year" award from the Latin Recording Academy in 2017. (Credit: Getty Images)
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Marc Anthony was awarded the "Person of the Year" award from the Latin Grammy Awards in 2016. (Credit: TOMMASO BODDI / AFP via Getty Images)
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Brazilian singer Roberto Carlos was the "Person of the Year" at the Latin Grammys in 2015. (Credit: Getty Images)
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In 2014, Joan Manuel Serrat was elected "Person of the Year" by the Latin Grammy.
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Miguel Bosé received the "Person of the Year" award during the 2013 Latin Grammys. (Credit: Getty Images)
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In 2012, the Latin Recording Academy awarded Brazilian maestro Caetano Veloso "Person of the Year."
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In 2011, the Latin Grammys recognized Colombian superstar Shakira as the "Person of the Year."
Along with Gloria Estefan, the singers are the only women to receive this distinction.
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Tenor Plácido Domingo was awarded the Latin Grammy for "Person of the Year" in 2010. (Credit: ROBYN BECK / AFP via Getty Images)
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Juan Gabriel was selected "Person of the Year" by the Latin Recording Academy in 2009. (Credit: Getty Images)
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In 2008, Gloria Estefan became the first woman to receive the "Person of the Year" award from the Latin Grammy Awards.
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Maestro Juan Luis Guerra was awarded the "Person of the Year" distinction at the Latin Grammy Awards in 2007. (Credit: Kevin Winter / Getty Images)
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Ricky Martin received the "Person of the Year" award from the Latin Grammy Awards in 2006. (Credit: Bryan Bedder / Getty Images)
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Singer José José was awarded the "Person of the Year" award from the Latin Recording Academy in 2005. (Credit: Getty Images)
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Music legend Carlos Santana was recognized with the Latin Grammy for "Person of the Year" in 2004. (Credit: GABRIEL BOUYS / AFP via Getty Images)
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Brazilian singer Gilberto Gil was the Latin Grammy's selection for 2003's "Person of the Year." (Credit: HANS PUNZ / AFP via Getty Images)
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Vicente Fernández was the "Person of the Year" of the Latin Grammy in 2002. (Credit: ULISES RUIZ / AFP via Getty Images)
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Julio Iglesias received the "Person of the Year" distinction from the Latin Grammy Awards in 2001. (Credit: Miquel Benitez / Getty Images)
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Emilio Estefan was the first artist recognized by the Latin Recording Academy as "Person of the Year."
The award was received in 2000. (Credit: Rich Fury / Getty Images)
The nominees and the night of the Person of the Year of the Latin Grammy
The Latin Recording Academy will announce the nominees for this edition on September 28.
Productions released between June 1, 2020 and May 31, 2021 are eligible for a nomination.
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Regarding the Latin Grammy Person of the Year, the ceremony will take place the night before the awards, on Wednesday, November 17.
In 2021, the Latin Grammys will pay tribute to the life and career of Rubén Blades.
This celebration will take place at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.
In the United States, the 22nd installment of the Latin Grammy can be seen through Univisión.
In Latin America, it will be broadcast on TNT, part of WarnerMedia, our parent company.
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