Elvis Crespo to receive Hall of Fame honour at 2025 Billboard Awards

Elvis Crespo, one of the most iconic voices in merengue music, is about to make history at the Billboard Awards 2025.

The Nuestra Cancion singer will become the first merengue artist to receive the prestigious Hall of Fame Award, a moment marks a major milestone not only for Elvis but for the entire genre.

The event will be broadcast live on Telemundo on October 23, 2025 at 8 PM/7C.

Elvis is being honoured for his incredible impact on the music industry as with hits that helped bring merengue to global audiences as his influence has gone far beyond borders.

From Suavemente to his many other chart topping tracks, Elvis has made a lasting mark on Latin music.

This award celebrates more than just a successful career it shines a spotlight on merengue’s place in international music.

For fans of the genre, this is a proud and emotional moment as it's a long-overdue recognition of merengue’s rhythm, energy and cultural importance.

The Puerto Rican singer said in a statement, “Receiving the Billboard Hall of Fame Award is one of the greatest honors of my career.”

Elvis Crespo added, “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.”

Additionally, stay updated on this historic event by tuning into Telemundo and also stream on Peacock and the Telemundo app.