Ricky Martin issues heartfelt statement to Bad Bunny after historic Grammy wins

Ricky Martin called Bad Bunny's Grammy wins 'more than a musical triumph, a cultural and human victory'

Ricky Martin has shared a heartfelt public message celebrating Bad Bunny following the artist’s historic night at the 2026 Grammy Awards, calling the moment deeply personal and culturally significant.

Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, made history by winning Album of the Year for Debí Tirar Más Fotos, becoming the first artist to claim the Grammys’ top honor with an album performed entirely in Spanish. The achievement marked a breakthrough moment for Latin and Spanish-language music on the global stage.

In a public open letter, Martin praised Bad Bunny for achieving unprecedented success while staying true to who he is. He described the Grammy wins as something that “touched me deeply,” calling them “more than a musical triumph — a cultural and human victory.”

 

 

 

 

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Martin emphasized that Bad Bunny reached this milestone “without compromising his language, his roots, or his identity,” a choice he said carries immense weight for Puerto Rican artists and Latin performers worldwide.

The singer also referenced Bad Bunny’s powerful acceptance speech, applauding him for using the moment to speak on broader social issues and stand up for immigrant communities. According to Martin, that visibility matters just as much as the awards themselves.

Concluding his message, Martin thanked Bad Bunny for opening doors and inspiring future generations, writing that his success proves that “when one of us rises, we all rise.” He added that Bad Bunny’s journey represents pride, resilience, and progress for the entire community.

Bad Bunny’s historic Grammy wins cap off a landmark chapter in his career, further cementing his place as one of the most influential global artists of his generation — and, as Martin made clear, a symbol of what it means to succeed without losing yourself.