From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week.
Becky G’s Premieres Rebbeca
Becky G premiered her deeply personal and beautifully crafted documentary, Rebbeca, at the Tribeca Festival on Thursday (June 12) at United Palace in Washington Heights, New York. Directed by Gabriella Cavanagh and Jennifer Tiexiera, the film peels back the glitz of stardom to reveal an intimate portrait of Becky as Rebbeca, the Mexican-American woman behind the music phenomenon. Shot during a pivotal moment in her life — as she prepared for her first headlining tour, the Mi Casa, Tu Casa Tour, and worked on her música mexicana debut Esquinas (2023) — the film “symbolizes resilience, the kind that shows up quietly in our families, our culture, our growth,” Becky G told Billboard Español. Through moving and at times tear-jerking storytelling, the documentary celebrates her cultural roots as a Latina from Southern California and her evolving artistry.
After the screening, the evening segued into a Q&A with Becky and directors Cavanagh and Tiexiera, and moderator Tefi Pessoa. They discussed the creative process behind the doc, and the importance of shedding light on pressing issues like immigration and family separation. “My grandfather’s immigration story is a big part of that, and sharing this now, at a time when so many in our community are being targeted, feels even more urgent,” Becky G added. “This isn’t about having it all figured out. It’s about holding space for who we’ve been, who we are, and who we’re still becoming.” The night closed with a heartfelt acoustic performance alongside guitarist Ethan Riding, where she performed her breakout 2013 rap hit, “Becky from the Block,” a nostalgic callback to where it all began. She then segued into “Querido Abuelo,” a touching bolero dedicated to her late grandfather.
Johann Vera & Christian Chávez’s “Closet”
Less than a year after releasing “Closet,” an ultra personal ballad with which Vera came out as queer, the Ecuadorian pop artist has teamed up with Mexican star Christian Chávez for a new version of the poignant track — just in time for Pride Month. “It took me two years, but it pushed me to be honest and open with myself,” Vera previously told Billboard. “‘Closet’ is about acceptance. I want to be as honest as I can be.”
“In these moments where minorities are being so attacked, Christian Chávez and I join with #Closet to remind them that love should always be above all else,” Vera captioned a post on Instagram.
Arcángel’s Special Moment With His Son
Arcángel is celebrating Father’s Day in a special way. The Latin trap and reggaetón star released “Gohan y Goku,” marking the official musical debut of his son, Austin. “I had already dreamed of this—this is a déjà vu,” Arcángel sings in a part of the lyrics. “It’s a symbolic gesture that honors the bond with his son and celebrates a legacy that lives on through music,” according to a press release. “Arcángel is introducing Austin to the world from the most authentic place possible—as a father, mentor and guide.”
Artists Denounce ICE Raids
A number of Latin artists have shared words of solidarity with the immigrant community in the U.S. amid ICE raids and mass deportation efforts under the Trump administration. “It no longer feels like the country of hope they told us so much about,” DannyLux wrote in a heartfelt post. Check out the complete list of artist reactions — from Fuerza Regida to Ivan Cornejo and Chiquis — here.
Billboard Latin Editors Win Award
The 2025 Ritmo Latino Entertainment Awards were announced on social media on June 10 with Bad Bunny announced as the biggest winner of the night with seven wins, including artist of the year.
After being sidelined for two decades, the awards made a comeback this year. Originally slated to take place live at the Coca-Cola Music Hall in San Juan, the ceremony transitioned to a digital formate “due to unavoidable schedule conflicts,” according to a press release. See the complete list of winners here.
Billboard‘s Jessica Roiz and Griselda Flores and Billboard Español‘s Isabela Raygoza won the favorite music reporter category.
Additional reporting by Isabela Raygoza.
